Litigation Legal Assistant

Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A, an AV-rated firm and Florida’s largest litigation firm, is seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Litigation Legal Assistant for its Orlando office. Applicants should have 3+ years of litigation experience in Appellate law, be a self-starter, have excellent communication skills, and be well organized to join our fast-growing team. Insurance defense experience recommended. This is not a remote position.

Job Summary:

The Legal Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting our appellate attorneys with case preparation, document management, and administrative tasks. This position requires a proactive individual with exceptional organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a strong understanding of appellate procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys in preparing, editing, and proofreading appellate briefs, motions, and other court documents.
• Manage and maintain electronic and physical case files, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate and manage attorney calendars, scheduling appointments, and court deadlines.
• Conduct legal research and gather information as directed by attorneys.
• Draft correspondence and other legal documents under attorney supervision.
• Familiarize yourself with court rules and technical requirements for appellate filings.
• Perform other administrative and clerical duties to support the appellate team.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a legal assistant or paralegal.
• Demonstrated understanding of legal terminology, court procedures, and filing requirements.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook) Imanage, Litify, and PACER.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a legal team environment.
• Experience with appellate practice is a strong advantage.

CSK offers competitive salaries, flexible hours and a robust benefit package which includes health Insurance, 20 days of PTO per year, company matched 401k plan.

No agencies or telephone inquiries please.

Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A. is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to such factors as race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status, consistent with federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws.

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Skills

Required

• iTimekeep
• Excel
• iManage
• Word

Behaviors

Required

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

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