Position Overview
Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join a legal team in Stuart, Florida within a medical malpractice and nursing home negligence practice. This contract position offers the opportunity to support case activity from file maintenance through closing while assisting a fast-paced office with critical administrative and legal support. The ideal candidate brings prior experience in a legal environment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage deadlines with accuracy and professionalism.
Responsibilities:
• Support two paralegals with daily case coordination, document handling, and administrative legal tasks.
• Prepare and submit court filings through electronic filing systems while ensuring compliance with procedural requirements.
• Maintain attorney and case calendars by tracking deadlines, hearings, and other important dates.
• Organize, update, and manage legal files to keep case materials accurate, complete, and easy to...