Legal Assistant
Morgan & Morgan, P.A.
$20 / hour
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Description
At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.
The hourly rate for this position is $20 per hour
Summary
We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Social Security team. As a Legal Assistant you must be highly organized and able to work on a varied caseload, take pride in what you do, and assist the attorney in preparing documents and correspondence as needed.
Responsibilities
- Perform administrative duties, such as scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics
- Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
- Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
- Implement and improve upon administrative processes for more efficient workflow
- Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
- Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts
- Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice
- Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills, as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney
- Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and hearings
- Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems
- Provide general administrative assistance, such as maintaining the attorney’s calendar and making travel arrangements
Qualification
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, Bachelor’s Degree, or a Paralegal Certificate (preferred)
- Prior experience as a case manager in a Veteran Affairs department (preferred)
- At least 1 year of working legal, medical, or social services experience (preferred)
- Highly organized with the ability to multitask, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including good presentation skill
- This role is on-site, which gives you the chance to be fully immersed in the work and gain direct experience alongside the team. We’ve found that being in the office helps new team members get up to speed quickly and feel more connected.
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Benefits
Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
E-Verify
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form.
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Benefits
- dental insurance
- 401(k)
- paid time off
About this role
Morgan & Morgan's Social Security team is looking for a Legal Assistant to handle the administrative backbone of consumer rights cases. You'd manage case files, organize evidence and legal documents, maintain filing systems, and draft correspondence—essentially keeping attorneys organized so they can focus on representing clients against insurance companies and large corporations. The role also involves scheduling hearings, communicating with clients and witnesses, handling billing, and researching legal regulations as needed.
The position suits someone with strong organizational skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can juggle multiple priorities with minimal supervision. While a high school diploma is the baseline requirement, the firm prefers candidates with paralegal training, a bachelor's degree, or relevant experience in legal, medical, or social services work—particularly background in Veterans Affairs case management. You'll need solid written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently while staying detail-oriented across a varied caseload.
This is a full-time, in-office role in Jacksonville paying $20 per hour. The firm offers medical and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and paid holidays for full-time staff.
Typical pay for this role
$100,000
Typical range: $60,000 to $120,000
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