Legal Assistant
Morgan & Morgan, P.A.
$19 / 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.
Compensation for this role is $19 per hour.
Summary
We are seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to join our team. As a Legal Assistant, you will be responsible for managing the law firm's day-to-day operations, including carrying out administrative services and supporting the legal team. This position's ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills, and comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic workplace.
Responsibilities
- Perform administrative duties (scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage 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 depositions.
- Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems.
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Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business.
Qualification
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- Associates degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor's degree is preferred.
- At least 1 year of experience as an administrative assistant (preferably in a law firm or in a corporate legal department), legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal.
- Experience in Social Security, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises Liability, or other injury related practice areas. (preferred)
- Must possess the ability to multi-task, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision.
- Great written and communication skills, be proficient in calendar depositions, mediation, and hearings.
- Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures, practices, etc.
- Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail.
- Extensive computer and database expertise, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and type no less than 35 wpm.
- 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.
Privacy Policy
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Benefits
- dental insurance
- 401(k)
- paid time off
About this role
Morgan & Morgan's Legal Assistant role supports the firm's consumer rights litigation across personal injury, workers' compensation, and related practice areas. You'll handle the administrative backbone of case management—scheduling hearings and depositions, organizing case files and evidence, maintaining discovery indexes, and drafting legal correspondence. The work also includes client communication, billing administration, and document management in both paper and electronic systems, all while implementing process improvements to keep operations running smoothly in a high-volume environment.
The position requires at least one year of administrative or legal assistant experience, ideally in a law firm setting, along with a high school diploma or GED at minimum. Preferred qualifications include a paralegal certificate or associate degree, plus background in injury-related practice areas. You'll need strong organizational skills to juggle multiple deadlines, proficiency with Microsoft Office and database systems, solid writing and communication abilities, and the capacity to work independently in a fast-paced setting. The role is based in Tampa and requires in-office presence; compensation is $19 per hour, with full-time benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.
Typical pay for this role
$100,000
Typical range: $60,000 to $120,000
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