Miami, United States
Legal Administrative Assistant
Wilson Elser - Business & Legal Professionals · Miami · United States
- Occupation
- Office Manager / Assistant
Posted: 4/9/2026 · Last checked: 11/10/2026
Job description
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At Wilson Elser, we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #30 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms.
Our continued success is built on a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where employees are empowered to grow their careers, contribute meaningfully, and thrive professionally.
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Legal Administrative Assistant position in our Miami Office.
The Position
This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals looing to advance their careers in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. As part of a national law firm you will gain hands-on experience supporting a team of skilled attorneys while honing your litigation expertise. If you thrive in a collaborative setting and enjoy taking on new challenges, please apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and draft legal filing, format documents, pull exhibits proofread, and redact as needed
- E-file court documents in various state and federal courts
- Open new matters and assist in processing case closures
- Assisting attorney with trial preparation and coordinating of witnesses/experts for trial
- Manage and organize legal documents
- Coordinate and schedule hearings, conferences, depositions, and maintain attorney calendars
- Provide administrative support to attorneys and paralegals ensuring smooth day-to-day operations
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience in defense litigation and/or insurance defense experience preferred
- Trial experience is a plus
- Strong knowledge of litigation procedures including drafting and formatting pleadings
- Familiarity with State and Federal court rules, including e-filing requirements
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team oriented environment supporting multiple attorneys
- Excellent organizational and time management skills to prioritize and handle multiple tasks efficiently
- Excellent typing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with attorneys and clients
- A proactive mindset with willingness to take on new responsibilities and challenges
Why Should You Apply?
- Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
- Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
- Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com.
Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firm's policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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California Residents may review our CCPA notice for applicants and employees here.
Wilson Elser participates in the federal E-Verify program. With respect to all new hires, we provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
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