Legal Assistant (Family Law, Probate & Civil Litigation)

Location: Davie, Florida

Schedule: Full-time

Work Arrangement: Onsite during 90-day probationary period; hybrid flexibility available thereafter

Parking: Free on-site parking provided

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our attorneys in family law, probate law, and general civil litigation matters. The ideal candidate is bilingual in English and Spanish, highly organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. This position requires onsite work in our Davie, Florida office during the probationary period, with the opportunity for a hybrid schedule after 90 days.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys handling family law, probate, and civil litigation matters
• Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and court filings
• File documents electronically through Florida e-filing portals and ensure compliance with court rules and deadlines
• Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, court dates, and client appointments
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and third parties in both English and Spanish
• Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files
• Assist with case preparation, trial binders, and hearing preparation
• Track deadlines and follow up on outstanding tasks to ensure timely case progression

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of legal assistant experience in family law, probate law, and general civil litigation
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (spoken and written)
• Strong knowledge of Florida court procedures and filing requirements
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and legal case management software
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a Florida-based law firm
• Familiarity with legal billing and timekeeping systems
• Experience interacting directly with clients in sensitive matters

Work Environment & Benefits

• Onsite work required during the initial 90-day probationary period
• Hybrid work flexibility available after successful completion of probation
• Free parking provided at the office
• Fast-paced, must be able to multi-task

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Jessica Prado