Legal Assistant

About the position

Whether it is fighting for injury victims, victims of violence, or victims of dishonest companies, The G Law Group won’t stop fighting until we have achieved the best possible results for our clients. We are looking for capable, competent, and confident support staff to help us in the fight for our clients.

We are seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to join our Miami Beach Office. As a Legal Assistant, you will be responsible for performing administrative tasks, client intake, scheduling, requesting medical records, etc. This position's ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and can work independently with minimal supervision.

Excellent organizational skills, time management, and professional etiquette are a must. Prior experience in personal injury, negligent security, or medical malpractice is preferred.

Job duties and responsibilities:

• Requesting all pre-litigation documents: police reports, medical records and bills, insurance information, etc.
• Preparing demands and closing statements.
• Scheduling hearings, medical appointments, CME(s)/IME(s), and calendar deadlines.
• Maintain pleadings, discovery, and case files.
• 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, notices, and discovery.
• Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and attorney assigned to file.

Requirements:

• Associates degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Strong multitasking skills, highly organized, and detail oriented.
• Experience in Personal Injury, WC, Premises Liability, Negligent Security, or other injury related practice areas is preferred, but not required.
• Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail.
• Highly organized with the ability to work at a fast pace on a heavy case volume.
• Must possess the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision.
• Great written and communication skills, be proficient in calendar depositions, mediation, and hearings.

Benefits

We offer an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, disability, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, work from home benefits, two-weeks paid vacation, and paid holidays.