Legal Assistant
frederick foxFort Lauderdale, FL
Legal Assistant
frederick foxFort Lauderdale, FLSenior L5
Paralegals and Legal AssistantsLegal Secretaries and Administrative AssistantsLegal Support Workers, All Other
I’ve partnered with a well-established personal injury law firm in Plantation that’s hiring a Legal Assistant/Paralegal to support their tobacco litigation department. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal professional looking to continue building their career within a firm that values development, stability, and long-term growth.
Their culture emphasizes hands‑on mentorship, professional development, and internal promotion. This is a 100% on‑site role offering strong collaboration and exposure to the litigation process.
Key Responsibilities:
Open and manage new legal files with a high level of accuracy and organization
Prepare, scan, and maintain pleadings, authorizations, and case documentation
Request, track, and organize medical records, insurance information, and billing statements
Draft and send correspondence on behalf of attorneys and paralegals
Maintain detailed and structured client file systems
Assist with claims reporting, insurance follow‑up, and document retrieval
Create chronologies from medical records
Assist with certain filings and ensure proper document handling
Save pleadings to the appropriate files and maintain organization within the system
Support the collection of medical bills and liens
Handle high‑volume scheduling and calendar management for attorneys
Scan and upload daily mail into the case management system (ATO)
Provide back‑office administrative and litigation support across teams
Coordinate with medical providers, insurance carriers, and internal stakeholders
Qualifications:
5+ years of legal assistant/paralegal experience (litigation experience strongly preferred)
Experience within personal injury, medical records, or high‑volume case environments is highly preferred
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced setting
High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and file management
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative legal team
Comfortable working within a structured, high‑volume workflow
Bilingual Spanish is a plus, but not required
For immediate consideration, please send an updated copy of your resume to trevor@hirewithfox.com
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Level
Senior L5
Location
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Occupation
Paralegals and Legal Assistants
Industry
Offices of Lawyers
Posted
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