Litigation Legal Assistant Palm Harbor, FL
Direct Hire | Full-Time
MondayFriday | On-site
TempExperts is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to place with a well-established Palm Harbor law office. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented professional with strong litigation support skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
This role is ideal for a proactive, deadline-driven individual who is confident supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage trial calendars, discovery deadlines, and scheduling for motions, mediations, and depositions.
Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, witnesses, experts, and legal service vendors.
Prepare, review, and file pleadings through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal (PACER experience a plus).
Review legal documents, manage productions, summarize materials, and draft pleadings and correspondence.
Assist attorneys with preparation for mediations, trials, and depositions.
Organize and maintain physical and electronic case files and document databases.
Coordinate document productions and manage high-volume litigation materials.
Conduct legal research and assist with document and factual investigations.
Qualifications:
Minimum 3 years of litigation experience in a law firm environment.
Strong knowledge of Florida state court rules and procedures
Demonstrated expertise with electronic filing systems (Florida e-Portal; federal systems preferred).
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Experience with Clio or similar legal case management software preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational, multitasking, and project-management abilities.
High attention to detail with a proactive, self-directed work style.
Ability to perform well under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume litigation environment.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
Stable, full-time position in respected litigation practice.
Professional, team-oriented law office environment.
Direct collaboration with experienced attorneys.
Well-organized systems and strong administrative support.
Convenient Palm Harbor location.
Comprehensive benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
401(k) retirement plan options.
Opportunity for long-term placement and career growth.
TempExperts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Palm Harbor, FL
Skills
Administrative Skillsunmatched
Attorneyunmatched
Calendar Managementunmatched
Case Managementunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Legalunmatched
Legal Documentsunmatched
Legal Researchunmatched
Legal Support Skillsunmatched
Litigationunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Microsoft Outlookunmatched
Microsoft Wordunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Research Skillsunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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