Litigation Legal Assistant

A well-established and highly respected law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support a busy litigation practice in its Tampa office. This role is ideal for a proactive professional who excels at managing deadlines, coordinating complex litigation matters, and providing exceptional support to attorneys and clients.

The firm has a strong preference for candidates with construction defect litigation experience, but will also consider individuals with a solid background in insurance defense litigation.

What You'll Do

• Support attorneys throughout all phases of litigation.

• Prepare, revise, and proofread pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and legal documents.

• Manage court filings through Florida's e-filing system.

• Coordinate attorney calendars, hearings, mediations, depositions, and client meetings.

• Track deadlines and maintain litigation calendars.

• Organize case files and document management systems.

• Assist with trial preparation, exhibits, hearing notebooks, and mediation materials.

• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, experts, opposing counsel, and vendors.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of litigation legal assistant experience in a law firm environment.

• Experience with construction defect litigation strongly preferred.

• Insurance defense litigation experience will also be considered.

• Knowledge of Florida court procedures and e-filing requirements.

• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

• Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology platforms.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a respected and collaborative legal team.

• Exposure to sophisticated litigation matters.

• Stable and supportive work environment.

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunity for long-term professional growth.

If you're a motivated professional looking to take the next step in your legal career, we'd love to connect with you.

Pay Details: $68,000.00 to $72,000.00 per year

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