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Cole, Scott & Kissane · 8 hours ago

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. The Legal Assistant will support appellate attorneys with case preparation, document management, and administrative tasks, requiring strong organizational skills and a good understanding of appellate procedures.

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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

Qualification

Litigation experienceAppellate law knowledgeMicrosoft Office SuiteLegal terminology understandingDocument managementLegal researchCourt procedures knowledgeCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsWork independentlyCollaborative skillsAttention to detail

Required

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
3+ years of litigation experience in Appellate law

Preferred

Insurance defense experience recommended
Experience with appellate practice is a strong advantage

Benefits

Health Insurance
20 days of PTO per year
Company matched 401k plan

Company

Cole, Scott & Kissane

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Cole, Scott & Kissane is a full-service law firm in Florida.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Ed Aguero, MBA
CFO
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Aaryn Fink Ledoux
Partner
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