Legal Support Specialist

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a leading global law firm, is seeking a full-time Legal Support Specialist to join the Corporate Department in our Fort Lauderdale office. This position offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package. Join our Corporate Team as a Legal Support Specialist located in our Fort Lauderdale Office. We are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. With a client-focused mindset and an initiative-taking approach, you will play a critical role in driving success, anticipating needs, and providing strategic solutions. If you are someone who demonstrate initiatives, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team. This role will be based in our Fort Lauderdale office, on a in-office basis. Regular in-office presence is required for day-to-day operations, as well as for team meetings, training opportunities, and relationship building. Position Summary The Legal Support Specialist serves as a key point of contact for both internal and external clients, acting as a liaison between attorneys and clients. The ideal candidate is highly organized, results-driven, and capable of managing multiple assignments with minimal supervision while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. Key Responsibilities Document Preparation & Management: Draft, edit, proofread, and organize legal documents and correspondence. File Organization: Maintain and manage legal files, ensuring accuracy and accessibility. Billing & Time Entry: Process attorney time entries, manage billing, and assist with collections. Scheduling & Travel Coordination: Maintain busy calendars, schedule appointments, arrange complex travel plans, and process related expenses. Client & Attorney Support: Act as a primary liaison between attorneys and clients, assisting in client relationship management. Administrative Duties: Manage attorneys' emails and calls, process expense reimbursements, and perform other office responsibilities as needed. Qualifications Skills & Competencies Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and in a team. Exceptional client service skills with a professional and polished demeanor. Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines. Flexibility to work overtime as needed. Education & Prior Experience Minimum of five years of experience as an administrative or executive assistant in a professional environment, preferably in a law firm. Experience in a fast-paced, executive-level work environment is highly desirable. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred. At least two years of legal secretary experience at a mid-to-large law firm. Technology Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and document management systems. Experience with iManage and/or Filesite is a plus. GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis. Global scale with street smarts With 51 locations, Greenberg Traurig's global network provides the platform clients need to operate in today's legal marketplace. Our team is recognized by rankings in current Chambers & Partners Guides in jurisdictions and practices around the world, based on thousands of interviews with practicing lawyers and clients. In addition, Greenberg Traurig is proud to have more lawyers listed in The Best Lawyers in America than any other law firm, a position we have held since 2008. Greenberg Traurig (GT) is committed to ensuring a safe and transparent recruitment process. Please be advised of the following: Official Job Listings: All legitimate job opportunities with GT are posted here on our official website. GT job advertisements found outside our verified accounts with LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and Indeed should be treated with caution. No Fees Required: GT will never ask for payment for work equipment or network access. Also, there are no application fees. We do not ask for bank information or any form of monetary or financial compensation during the recruitment process. All job offers will be preceded by an interview with our hiring team. Verified Communication Only: While all official communications will come from a GT email address associated with GT’s domain (e.g., @gtlaw.com), we recognize that it is easy to spoof such communications to make them look like they are coming from GT. Therefore: before responding to an email purportedly from GT, contact your GT Recruiting Contact by phone to verify that the email is valid. Also, please verify the GT office address on our website before attending an interview. We encourage all applicants to remain vigilant and exercise caution during the application process. If you encounter or suspect a fraudulent job posting or an individual falsely claiming to represent GT, please report it immediately to HRRecruit@gtlaw.com. Thank you for your diligence and for your interest in joining Greenberg Traurig. From our humble beginnings in 1967 in South Florida, our focus has never been changed: serve clients better. Learn More Engagement, Culture & Opportunity Since 1967, we’ve built our firm by welcoming attorneys and professionals from all backgrounds who share our drive and commitment to excellence. GT thrives on the passion and drive of our people, emphasizing merit, innovation, belonging, and collaboration first. This commitment has been at the center of our story since our founding and has been essential to our and our client’s success. Learn More We are thankful for the trust our clients place in us and we are proud of being recognized for the service we provide. Learn More If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by sending an email to hrrecruit@gtlaw.com. 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