Bilingual Defense Litigation Secretary – Rideshare Focus

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP in Tampa seeks a bilingual defense litigation secretary with 5+ years of experience, including 2 years in defense litigation focused on rideshare matters. You will support more than one attorney and provide exceptional client service.

You will type, edit, file pleadings electronically, schedule depositions and hearings, manage databases, coordinate with clients and staff, maintain confidential files, and handle expenses and invoices while upholding professional standards

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation experience as a legal secretary, with 2+ years in defense litigation.
• Bilingual (Spanish & English) required.
• Proficient in e-filing in state and federal courts.
• Strong organizational and detail orientation.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills; professional interaction with clients and staff.
• Typing speed of at least 65 words per minute; familiarity with office software.

Responsibilities

• Type, edit, e-file pleadings and compose correspondence.
• Heavy scheduling for depositions, hearings, CMEs, and meetings.
• Update and maintain databases and client matter lists.
• Interact with clients, visitors, and attorneys/staff from other offices.
• Open new files, check conflicts of interest, and maintain files.
• Make appointments and travel arrangements; manage calendar and deadlines.
• Process vendor invoices for payment.
• Enter attorneys’ expenses.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional appearance at all times.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish & English

Typing 65 wpm

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP in Tampa seeks a bilingual defense litigation secretary with 5+ years of experience, including 2 years in defense litigation focused on rideshare matters. You will support more than one attorney and provide exceptional client service.

You will type, edit, file pleadings electronically, schedule depositions and hearings, manage databases, coordinate with clients and staff, maintain confidential files, and handle expenses and invoices while upholding professional standards