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Legal Assistant Paralegal

Kreate Talent, Florida, NY, United States


Legal Assistant / Paralegal
We are excited to partner with a leading boutique criminal defense firm in Miami Lakes to recruit an experienced Legal Assistant / Paralegal. This in-office role is for a "jack-of-all-trades" professional who can manage high-profile front-office duties while handling substantive paralegal work and court filings.

The ideal candidate has a strong legal background with a professional and polished communication style. We are seeking a self-motivated, disciplined, and trustworthy professional who thrives in a boutique environment and is excited to manage both administrative and paralegal tasks. You should be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-stakes role where absolute confidentiality and professional neutrality are required.

Compensation & Schedule

Base Salary:

$65,000

Schedule:

Full-time, Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Lunch:

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Paid Time Off:

10 days of PTO per year

Paid Holidays:

Firm observes all major holidays (including Thanksgiving, Christmas, Labor Day, and Memorial Day)

Key Responsibilities

Office Management:

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and visitors, representing the firm with a polished and welcoming presence

Court Filings:

Manage and execute electronic filings (e-filing) for both State and Federal court systems

Paralegal Documentation:

Draft, format, and organize legal documents and PDFs for attorney review and court submission

Case Management:

Utilize practice management software to track case files and maintain organized records

Confidentiality:

Handle sensitive Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and high-profile case details with the highest level of discretion

Qualifications

Legal Expertise:

Solid law firm experience as a practicing Paralegal with a mandatory background in criminal law

Bilingual:

Fluent in English and Spanish

Technical Skills:

Proficient with digital document/PDF management and legal CRM software

Attributes:

Trustworthy, self-motivated, and capable of working without direct supervision. Professional objectivity and professional neutrality are essential for success in this environment.

To apply, send resume to

Regina@Kreatetalent.com .

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