Legal Assistant/Paralegal
atherton galardi mullen reederWest Palm Beach, FL
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
L5
atherton galardi mullen reederWest Palm Beach, FL2 days ago
$80,000
Occupations
Paralegals and Legal AssistantsLegal Secretaries and Administrative AssistantsLegal Support Workers, All OtherPosition and Compensation Summary:
Firm: Atherton Galardi Mullen & Reeder PLLC (www.athertonlg.com)
Position: Legal Assistant
Salary: $80,000 (or higher based on experience)
Benefits:
Employer paid PPO medical and life insurance, 401k with employer match, 15 days PTO plus paid holidays, annual bonus eligibility,
and other benefits listed below
The Firm and its Philosophy:
Atherton Galardi (www.athertonlg.com) is an established South Florida business litigation boutique seeking a motivated legal assistant who wants to assist our lawyers with interesting, high-stakes business litigation cases. We represent public companies, private equity groups, and closely held businesses in corporate governance disputes, M&A litigation, business torts, executive compensation and restrictive covenant claims, and class actions. We also represent large law firms in legal malpractice cases, and we defend national and regional news media clients in defamation and public access cases.
Each of our attorneys were previously with large national law firms or regional law firms with national practices. We provide the same top tier representation offered by Am Law 100 firms while giving lawyers and staff the opportunity to obtain hands‑on experience, personal mentoring, sophisticated client exposure, and professional flexibility which boutique firms are uniquely positioned to deliver.
We recognize that the individuals working at the firm are its greatest assets and we value them accordingly. We cultivate a supportive and collaborative environment, where everyone can thrive professionally and personally. It takes a team to deliver the level of service that we provide our clients. If you are interested in doing high-level work at a firm that will appreciate and recognize your contributions, please apply to join us.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented full‑time Legal Assistant to join our dynamic litigation team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in state and federal court litigation, and thrive in a collaborative, team environment. This role involves managing case deadlines and attorney calendars, helping facilitate the progress of cases, and administrative tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the practice for the benefit of its clients.
Key Responsibilities: Calendaring state and federal court deadlines
Preparing basic notices, filings, and correspondence
Proofreading letters, motions, discovery, and pleadings
E‑filing in state and federal courts
Communicating with clients, opposing counsel, vendors (such as court reporters, process servers, and e‑discovery providers)
Communicating with court personnel in a professional and courteous manner
Scheduling and preparing for hearings, depositions, mediations, and meetings
Pulling and organizing cases from Westlaw
Conducting internet research Maintaining organized and accurate case files, both physical and electronic
Preserving confidentiality, sensitivity and discretion when handling client matters
Assisting with administrative tasks
Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of experience as a legal assistant in Florida
Familiarity with state and federal court rules
Proficiency with Adobe and Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Proficiency with court e‑filing systems
Strong knowledge of legal terminology, processes, and court rules/procedures
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Superior organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
What We Offer: Above market salary based on experience
Benefits eligibility, including paid vacation and PTO, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K with employer match, annual bonuses, and more
A supportive, respectful and team‑oriented work environment
Opportunities for professional development
Atherton Galardi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Level
SeniorL5
Salary
$80,000
Location
West Palm Beach, FL
Occupation
Paralegals and Legal Assistants
Industry
Offices of Lawyers
Posted
2 days ago
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