Overview
Legal Assistant/Receptionist Jobs in Doral, FL at Law Office of Jorge L. Gonzalez P.A.
About Us
We are two affiliated law firms, bringing more than 35 years of combined experience.
- Law Office of Jorge L. Gonzalez, P.A.: a family law practice with over 30 years of experience, handling divorce, child custody, paternity, prenuptial agreements, probate and wills, bankruptcy, and domestic violence.
- 305 Ticket Defense: a high-volume traffic ticket practice handling tickets across the state of Florida such as speeding, careless driving, reckless driving, DUI, and more.
We are seeking a dependable, fully bilingual Legal Administrative Assistant / Receptionist with at least two years of experience to support the attorneys and staff of both firms. This is a fast-paced role at the front line of client communication, and reliability is essential. Our clients and attorneys count on you to being present, organized, and responsive every day.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the first point of contact for clients and visitors across both firms — answering calls, screening and forwarding inquiries, responding to text and messaging platforms, and greeting clients professionally and warmly.
- Schedule appointments and consultations, maintain attorney calendars, and coordinate court dates and deadlines.
- Draft, prepare, and format legal documents and correspondence.
- Open, organize, and maintain client files and firm records accurately across multiple practice areas.
- Follow up with prospective clients and keep existing clients updated on the progress of their cases.
- Communicate by phone and email with clients, attorneys, courts, and other legal professionals.
- Handle incoming and outgoing mail, including sorting, distributing, and processing deliveries.
- Perform clerical duties such as filing, scanning, photocopying, and faxing.
- Assist management with administrative tasks and special projects as assigned.
Requirements
- Fully bilingual in English and Spanish and strong proficiency in both languages, written and verbal. This role requires reading, writing, and speaking comfortably and professionally in both languages every day.
- Dependability and reliability — consistent attendance and punctuality are essential to this role.
- Minimum two years of experience as a legal assistant or front desk receptionist at a law firm.
- Experience with traffic ticket and/or family and criminal case management strongly preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word), Google Sheets, and general file management (File Explorer).
- Comfortable using office equipment such as printers, scanners, and fax machines.
- Strong multitasking and organizational skills, with the ability to stay composed and resourceful in a busy office.
- Professional, client-focused demeanor with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- How far do you live from our office location?
Language:
- English and Spanish fluently (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Legal Assistant/Receptionist
Company: Law Office of Jorge L. Gonzalez P.A.
Location: Doral, FL
