Mid-size Law firm located in Dt Miami is looking to hire a Commercial Litigation Legal Secretary. Excellent opportunity work on highly sophisticated cases.

Must be bilingual (English/Spanish)

Responsibilities will include:

* Organizing cases by establishing and organizing files; establishing calendars; expediting requirements and deadlines; documenting actions.

* Develops cases by researching pertinent law; scheduling depositions; preparing and forwarding summonses and subpoenas; drafting complaints and discovery; preparing and filing discovery requests; preparing responses to opposing counsel; generating status reports.

* Manages cases by preparing case summaries, scheduling mediation conferences and hearings; drafting pleadings; monitoring and obtaining discovery responses; initiating and maintaining contact with adjusters and opposing counsel; reviewing case with investigator.

* Helps clients by initiating and maintaining contact; preparing clients to answer discovery; keeping clients informed of case status.

* Supports trial proceedings by organizing evidence and exhibits; taking notes; scheduling witnesses

Skills/Qualifications:
Reporting Skills, Research Skills, Legal Administration Skills, Litigation, Client Relationships, Organization, Planning, Attention to Detail, Confidentiality, Dependability, Client Confidentiality