Akerman LLP

The Billing Specialist will be responsible for coordinating and administering all aspects of client account analysis and billing. A minimum of five (5) years of legal billing experience in a law firm or professiona...

Title: Legal Administrative Assistant Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301, United States Full-time Hybrid Department: LAA Job Description: Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the nation’s premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers across the United States. Akerman is seeking a highly motivated Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant to support our Fort Lauderdale litigation team. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical proficiency, excellent organizational skills, and sound judgment to manage complex calendars, filings, and case administration in a fast-paced environment. This is a hybrid position with the requirement to work in the office at minimum three (3) days per week. Key Responsibilities - Prepare, format, and file pleadings and other documents in Florida State and Federal Courts, including e-filing and service procedures. - Calculate, track, and manage litigation deadlines and court-related dates; maintain attorney calendars and docket entries with precision. - Maintain heavy caseload files (electronic and hard copy), including indexing, Bates labeling, and discovery management. - Draft, proofread, and finalize correspondence, pleadings, discovery requests/responses, and other legal documents. - Coordinate attorney travel, process expense reports, and handle general administrative tasks. - Assist with hearing/trial preparation, including exhibits, binders, witness lists, and logistics. - Communicate professionally with attorneys, staff, clients, and vendors; manage inbound/outbound calls and emails. - Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. Qualifications - Minimum of five (5) years of litigation experience, preferably in a regional or national law firm setting. - Demonstrated experience with Florida State and Federal Court rules, e-filing platforms, and docketing practices. - Proven ability to accurately calculate and calendar litigation deadlines. - Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and PDF tools. - Exceptional proofreading, attention to detail, and critical thinking skills. - Experience with litigation support systems/platforms highly desired. - Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work independently in a fast-paced environment. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills; professional demeanor and reliability are essential. We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Please submit your resume and salary requirements. EOE #LI-PT1 #Hybrid Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description Akerman LLP is seeking an experienced Applications Instructor to deliver high-impact software training to lawyers and staff across the firm. This role blends instructional delivery, coaching, and training content development to help users master both commercial and custom applications that support firmwide productivity. Training is conducted primarily remotely, with occasional onsite instruction as needed. - Deliver effective software training to lawyers and staff across firm applications - Coach users on best practices aligned to legal workflows - Create and maintain training materials, guides, and learning content - Deliver training through virtual, in-person, and multimedia formats - Collaborate with departments and offices to align training with firm processes - Support system rollouts and promote productivity best practices - Maintain expertise in Microsoft Office, firm applications, and training technologies Qualifications - Law firm applications training experience, lawyer-facing training preferred - Advanced Microsoft 365 and legal application knowledge - Familiarity with learning management systems - Experience creating eLearning and training videos (Articulate 360, Synthesia and Scribe preferred) - Strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills - Ability to connect technology to job-specific workflows and productivity - Strong problem-solving, organizational, and continuous-learning mindset - Excellent organizational skills and a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth Benefits - Excellent compensation and benefits package