Ascension Global Staffing and Executive Search ยท 3 months ago
Legal Assistant-Eminent Domain
Orlando, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expAscension Global Staffing & Executive Search is a Hispanic Women Owned & Operated National Recruiting Firm dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion. They are seeking a Legal Assistant with 5+ years of experience in eminent domain to provide vital support to attorneys in managing cases involving government property acquisition. The role involves document preparation, case management, client communication, and coordination with various stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Draft, proofread, and format legal documents such as petitions, responses, motions, settlement agreements, and eminent domain pleadings
Prepare exhibits, discovery responses, and legal correspondence
Assist attorneys with deposition and trial preparation, including creating exhibit binders, subpoenas, and witness lists
Maintain and organize client case files (both electronic and hard copy)
Track key case deadlines, court dates, and deliverables using docketing software or calendars
Coordinate and log appraisal reports, surveys, environmental assessments, and property records
Assist in gathering and reviewing property deeds, title reports, tax assessments, plats, and land use data
Coordinate with appraisers, surveyors, and expert witnesses regarding property valuation and compensation issues
Support condemnation and valuation hearings with research and background data
File pleadings electronically through state (and occasionally federal) court systems
Schedule hearings, mediations, and depositions
Prepare and file Notices of Taking and Final Judgments of Taking
Communicate with clients, court personnel, government agencies, and opposing counsel regarding case status and scheduling
Coordinate with utility companies, municipalities, and regulatory bodies in multi-party condemnation cases
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in eminent domain
General litigation support skills
Working knowledge of real estate law
Knowledge of government regulations
Understanding of civil procedure
Draft, proofread, and format legal documents such as petitions, responses, motions, settlement agreements, and eminent domain pleadings
Prepare exhibits, discovery responses, and legal correspondence
Assist attorneys with deposition and trial preparation, including creating exhibit binders, subpoenas, and witness lists
Maintain and organize client case files (both electronic and hard copy)
Track key case deadlines, court dates, and deliverables using docketing software or calendars
Coordinate and log appraisal reports, surveys, environmental assessments, and property records
Assist in gathering and reviewing property deeds, title reports, tax assessments, plats, and land use data
Coordinate with appraisers, surveyors, and expert witnesses regarding property valuation and compensation issues
Support condemnation and valuation hearings with research and background data
File pleadings electronically through state (and occasionally federal) court systems
Schedule hearings, mediations, and depositions
Prepare and file Notices of Taking and Final Judgments of Taking
Communicate with clients, court personnel, government agencies, and opposing counsel regarding case status and scheduling
Coordinate with utility companies, municipalities, and regulatory bodies in multi-party condemnation cases
Familiarity with eminent domain procedures and statutes (e.g., 'quick-take' procedures, just compensation laws)
Strong understanding of litigation procedures and real estate documentation
Proficient with legal document management and e-filing systems
Ability to multitask across multiple active cases with attention to deadlines and document accuracy
Keen attention to detail, including effective proofreading and drafting skills
Demonstrated multi-tasking skills
Strong organizational skills
Federal and state court filing experience
Ability to work effectively with others against deadlines
Effective time management and communication skills, both written and oral
Company
Ascension Global Staffing and Executive Search
Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search is a premier recruiting firm specializing in placing top legal talent and executive professionals in high-stakes roles.
2-10 employees
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