Legal Assistant

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL

Zipcode: 33317

Salary: $40,000 to $45,000

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Type: Full-time, On-site

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and skilled Legal Assistant to join our non-profit pro bono law firm. This full-time position involves supporting indigent and veteran clients through various legal tasks, including researching, drafting pleadings, scheduling, and working in areas such as Housing/Landlord-tenant, Public Benefits, and Veteran Benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal assessments and perform intakes.
• Manage a caseload and provide case management support.
• Research and draft pleadings under attorney supervision.
• Schedule and coordinate legal activities.
• Conduct outreach to community organizations.
• Assist in family law and veteran matters.
• Learn about military/veteran issues and laws.

Qualifications:

• Experience serving low-income, veterans, or other marginalized communities preferred but not required.
• Demonstrable awareness and sensitivity to the needs of the populations we serve.
• Ability to work effectively with a large caseload and function professionally in a highly stressful environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including attorneys, support staff, volunteers, and community partners.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Ability to work constructively with others.
• Bilingual skills are a plus but not required.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary range of $40,000 to $45,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Generous vacation and sick leave (starting at 15 vacation days and 12 sick leave days per year).

Join us in making a difference in the lives of indigent and veteran clients. Apply today!