Legal Assistant - Personal Injury Litigation

Hill Ward Henderson is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Legal Assistant to support its Personal Injury Litigation group. This position is ideal for candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy managing a busy litigation practice, and want to contribute meaningfully to a dynamic legal team.

Responsibilities:

• Manage day‑to‑day administrative support for attorneys in the Personal Injury Litigation group.
• Prepare, revise, and finalize legal documents, correspondence, and filings.
• Handle State and Federal court filings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court rules.
• Coordinate heavy scheduling, including attorney calendars, hearings, depositions, client meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Maintain case files and assist with document management, including organizing, indexing, and retrieving materials.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and internal team members.
• Provide exceptional customer service and support to both internal and external stakeholders.

Required:

• Minimum of three years of current Florida litigation experience, specifically in personal injury.
• Strong working knowledge of State and Federal court procedures, including electronic filing.
• Demonstrated experience managing heavy scheduling, calendaring, and travel logistics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, proofreading, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize effectively, and maintain strong attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience with a document management system is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

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