Entry Level - Legal Assistant - Miami
La Cava Jacobson & Goodis, Miami, FL, United States
Entry‑Level Legal Assistant
La Cava Jacobson, P.A. is currently seeking an Entry‑Level Legal Assistant. This role is ideal for candidates interested in gaining hands‑on experience in civil litigation with a focus on insurance defense. Prior experience is not necessary, but at least one year working in a law firm will be helpful.
Primary Responsibilities
Assist Legal Assistants with their workload in a variety of ways including, but not limited to:
Electronic filing within the Firm’s software system, including organization and profiling of documents.
Data entry in multiple capacities.
Organization of various on‑line data and files.
Managing office supplies, including determining needs and ordering.
Process interoffice forms, including reimbursements and vendor bills.
Scheduling events and attorney calendar management.
Calendaring deadlines and appropriate reminders.
Efficiently and thoroughly understand how to use all necessary Firm software.
Skills & Abilities
Attendance & Punctuality: Be consistently at work and on time; arrive at meetings and appointments on time; ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent.
Communication: Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Customer Service: Respond promptly to requests for service and assistance; meet commitments.
Dependability: Follow instructions; complete tasks on time; commit to the hours necessary to complete assignments; work independently.
Professionalism: Approach others in a tactful manner; treat others with respect; react well under pressure.
Team Work: Contribute to building a positive team spirit; support everyone’s efforts to succeed.
Technical Skills: Possess basic PC skills to learn how to use Firm software.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma from an accredited institution.
Benefits La Cava Jacobson, P.A. offers a comprehensive benefits package for staff that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) and profit sharing, life insurance, short-term disability. We also offer optional benefits such as critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, life insurance for dependents. Our firm is committed to our employees and we host monthly employee appreciation events.
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Primary Responsibilities
Assist Legal Assistants with their workload in a variety of ways including, but not limited to:
Electronic filing within the Firm’s software system, including organization and profiling of documents.
Data entry in multiple capacities.
Organization of various on‑line data and files.
Managing office supplies, including determining needs and ordering.
Process interoffice forms, including reimbursements and vendor bills.
Scheduling events and attorney calendar management.
Calendaring deadlines and appropriate reminders.
Efficiently and thoroughly understand how to use all necessary Firm software.
Skills & Abilities
Attendance & Punctuality: Be consistently at work and on time; arrive at meetings and appointments on time; ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent.
Communication: Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Customer Service: Respond promptly to requests for service and assistance; meet commitments.
Dependability: Follow instructions; complete tasks on time; commit to the hours necessary to complete assignments; work independently.
Professionalism: Approach others in a tactful manner; treat others with respect; react well under pressure.
Team Work: Contribute to building a positive team spirit; support everyone’s efforts to succeed.
Technical Skills: Possess basic PC skills to learn how to use Firm software.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma from an accredited institution.
Benefits La Cava Jacobson, P.A. offers a comprehensive benefits package for staff that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) and profit sharing, life insurance, short-term disability. We also offer optional benefits such as critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, life insurance for dependents. Our firm is committed to our employees and we host monthly employee appreciation events.
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