Senior Legal Assistant - Paralegal - Criminal Law

Company: Rossen Law Firm
Location: Pompano Beach
Posted on: April 18, 2024

Job Description:

We are an acclaimed criminal defense law office in Fort Lauderdale that offers meaningful, caring, transforming services to each of our clients. We are devoted to helping individuals when something bad transpires. Our legal team knows what patrons are going through and is fully committed to achieving outstanding results.

You'll be a part of an energized mission team of intelligent, witty, enthusiastic, and skilled personnel and you'll be closely involved in our promise to provide our customers with the respect, understanding, and sympathy they merit.

We're in search of a Senior Legal Assistant/Paralegal with an interest for criminal law to join a team pledged to give the highest quality legal aid to our South Florida community. We are in need of somebody with the expertise and maturity to collaborate with the Leadership Team on strategies, regulations, problem-solving, and decision-making. If you have worked as a Senior Legal Assistant we want to get to know you! The Senior Legal Assistant's primary mission is to esteem and reverence our clients, toil hard like it is your oxygen, be proud, and have fun while doing it. Understand your WHY you turned into a legal assistant and have it imprinted into your soul to guarantee you render the most outstanding outcome to our Rossen Law Firm customers so they can obtain their ideal future. We are creating a firm where rules direct the business, and people manage the rules.

To be a part of our Senior Legal Assistant team calls for one part Teddy Bear, one part Pitbull, and one part Owl. Do you have a heart for aiding and serving others? Will your friendliness lighten up clients' day when they stop by our office? Does your smile and helpfulness radiate over the phone? Do you have knowledge of what it means to develop relationships? Not just with customers and our staff members, but with each person who communicates with our firm.

Can you work productively in a swift-paced environment and like to take on extra duties to demonstrate your capability and talent? Are you fearlessly determined to get the job done when things are out of order? Do you have a true appreciation for the law with the capacity to take on many tasks simultaneously and have a keen eye for detail? Are you able to work independently, yet not scared to ask questions?

We put a premium on caring for our people. We offer a fair salary that will be adjusted depending on experience, 75% of health coverage "Gold Plan," multiple retirement plans with 7.5% employer contribution, a copious amount of vacation days each year, and a chance to work with the most proficient criminal defense attorneys in South Florida.

Responsibilities:
--- Work closely with the Leadership Team and attorneys to handle all aspects of case management efficiently.
--- Possess in-depth knowledge of assigned cases, identifying and understanding legal issues effectively.
--- Exercise sound judgment in performing duties and solving problems with precision.
--- Demonstrate technical proficiency in carrying out job responsibilities accurately.
--- Draft documents with clarity and completeness, ensuring accuracy.
--- Meet deadlines promptly and be willing to contribute extra time when necessary.
--- Efficiently manage the calendars of attorneys and maintain proactive communication with in-house and overseas staff.

Qualifications:
--- 3-5 years of relevant experience in the legal field is required
--- Must have a genuine passion for criminal defense and assisting others in need
--- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills are a must
--- Strong work ethic and a sense of pride in delivering high-quality work
--- Ability to work effectively within a team environment, showcasing a collaborative mindset
--- Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively with leadership
--- Self-motivated, reliable, resourceful, and detail-oriented
--- Capable of handling sensitive situations with professionalism, confidentiality, and courtesy
--- Possess a compassionate, patient, and empathetic demeanor
--- Adaptability and willingness to learn and adhere to established processes and procedures

About Company:
At Rossen Law Firm, we're more than just a team of experienced criminal defense lawyers. We're a family that cares deeply about people, not just cases. Our firm has built its reputation on trust, integrity, and relentless dedication to those we serve. We believe in ensuring justice and treating each client with the personal attention and compassion they deserve.



We Take Care of Our People:

Completive pay based on your experience and backgroundHealth coverageGenerous number of vacation days each year401(k) with guaranteed employer contribution

About Rossen Law Firm

With offices in Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, and throughout South Florida, Rossen Law Firm is a high-end criminal/DUI defense firm. With a team of litigating attorneys, Rossen's 900+ 5-star reviews tell the stories of a criminal defense law firm that truly puts its clients first.

Rossen Law Firm is an equal-opportunity employer.

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