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Akerman LLP

Legal Document Specialist, Word Processing

Akerman LLP

Legal Document Specialist supporting legal teams in document production and formatting. Ideal for technology-savvy professionals thriving in fast-paced law firms.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Prepare, edit, format, and proofread complex legal documents
  • Create and update Tables of Contents (TOCs), Tables of Authorities (TOAs), pleadings, briefs, and other legal filings
  • Convert, format, and troubleshoot documents across multiple platforms and applications
  • Provide helpdesk support for document-related and software application issues
  • Assist attorneys and staff with document production requests and technical questions
  • Maintain a high level of accuracy and quality while meeting strict deadlines
  • Communicate professionally and effectively with attorneys, staff, and management
  • Stay current with technology and software enhancements to serve as a firm resource for document preparation best practices
  • Provide general administrative and office support as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in legal document production within a law firm or professional services environment
  • Advanced proficiency in: Microsoft Word 2016/365 (required), Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Best Case, Best Authority, iManage, additional legal and document management software as required
  • Strong expertise in: Complex document formatting and styling, TOC and TOA creation, Document conversions and cleanup, Transcription and document production
  • Ability to troubleshoot document and software issues independently
  • Experience providing helpdesk or technical support preferred
  • Familiarity with an incident ticketing system is a plus
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities
  • Strong team-oriented mindset and exceptional customer service skills

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Comprehensive benefits
  • Opportunity to work with a collaborative and supportive team of professionals

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Hard Skills & Tools
Document ProductionTranscriptionDocument Formatting and StylingDocument Management SoftwareTechnical Support
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCustomer Service SkillsTeam-Oriented MindsetEffective Communication