Legal Support Assistant
Wilson Elser - Business & Legal Professionals · Sarasota, Florida
Posted about 2 months ago
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 73 days Wilson Elser - Business & Legal Professionals's roles stay open a median of 82 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of Wilson Elser - Business & Legal Professionals's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Wilson Elser - Business & Legal Professionals
- high 71 stale, 2 reposted of 73 open
- Hiring momentum
- 127 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-24
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About this role
The Legal Support Assistant role at Wilson Elser involves providing essential support to attorneys and legal administrative staff in a dynamic law firm setting. Daily tasks include managing the reception area, handling phone calls and visitor inquiries, organizing documents, assisting with client invoicing, and performing general administrative duties. This position is designed for individuals looking to gain practical experience and grow within the legal field.
- benefits
- 2/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 3/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
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What you need
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- At least 1 year of administrative or clerical experience in an office setting
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Professional phone etiquette and customer service mindset
- High attention to detail with excellent spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines
Nice to have
- Prior law firm experience is helpful but not required
- Experience with document management or legal software is a plus
What you get
- Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
- Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
- Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
Worth weighing
- Position is entry-level, may not suit those seeking advanced legal roles
- No remote work option mentioned, must work in person
- Prior law firm experience is not required, which may affect the competitive landscape for applicants
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Listed by Wilson Elser - Business & Legal Professionals on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-24. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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