Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant Job Posting **Position:** Legal Assistant **Location:** Sarasota, FL **Job Type:** Full\-time About the Role We are seeking a dependable, detail\-oriented Personal Injury Pre\-suit Paralegal to support our attorneys and legal team with daily administrative and case\-related tasks. The ideal candidate is organized, professional, comfortable communicating with clients, vendors, medical providers and other professionals and able to manage multiple deadlines in a fast\-paced legal environment. Responsibilities · Request and obtain medical records, billing, liens, insurance policies, public records, and other materials using Firm templates, calendaring follow\-ups, and work through processes to obtain the requested materials. · Prepare, proofread, and organize correspondence, requests, forms, and other legal documents. · File electronic files with accuracy and confidentiality. · Perform all work through the Firm software system. · Schedule client appointments, expert calls, and attorney calendar events. · Communicate professionally with the paralegal, closing specialist, intake specialist, vendors, and other parties as needed. · Assist attorneys with case preparation, document gathering, and file management. · Perform general administrative duties, including scanning, copying, filing, mailing, and data entry. · Track deadlines and follow up on outstanding documents or information. Qualifications · Prior legal assistant, paralegal, or law office experience required. · Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail. · Professional written and verbal communication skills. · Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. · Comfortable managing multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines while working independently. · Proficiency with Microsoft Office, email, scanning, and basic office technology. · Experience with legal case management software, such as Filevine, is a plus. · Positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to work as part of a team. Schedule and Compensation This is a full\-time, in\-person position, Monday through Friday. Compensation will be based on experience and qualifications. Benefits · Paid time off · Professional office environment · Opportunities to learn and grow within a legal practice · Supportive team atmosphere · Health Insurance Pay: $22\.00 \- $27\.00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Free parking * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Opportunities for advancement * Paid sick time * Paid time off * Travel reimbursement * Vision insurance Work Location: In person