Construction Litigation Legal Assistant

LHH; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing law firm in Tampa, FL seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant specializing in construction defect litigation, construction disputes, or insurance defense matters. The successful candidate will support attorneys through all phases of complex litigation.

Responsibilities include drafting and filing pleadings, motions, discovery, coordinating Florida state and federal e-filings, managing calendars and deadlines, organizing case files,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation legal assistant experience.
• Strong knowledge of Florida state and federal court procedures and e-filing.
• Excellent document preparation, proofreading, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a busy litigation practice.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
• Strong communication and client service skills.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys handling construction defect and complex litigation matters.
• Draft, revise, and file pleadings, motions, discovery, notices, and correspondence.
• Coordinate Florida state and federal court e-filings.
• Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, hearings, depositions, mediations, and client meetings.
• Organize and maintain case files and litigation documents.
• Assist with discovery, document production, and case management.
• Prepare exhibits, trial binders, and materials for hearings, mediations, and trial.
• Communicate with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Enter attorney time and assist with billing functions as needed.

Skills

Litigation support

Organizational skills

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal case management systems

Job description

Litigation Legal Assistant | Construction Defect Litigation

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing and well-respected law firm seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant with a background in construction defect, construction litigation, or insurance defense matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting attorneys through all phases of complex litigation.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys handling construction defect and complex litigation matters
• Draft, revise, and file pleadings, motions, discovery, notices, and correspondence
• Coordinate Florida state and federal court e-filings
• Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, hearings, depositions, mediations, and client meetings
• Organize and maintain case files and litigation documents
• Assist with discovery, document production, and case management
• Prepare exhibits, trial binders, and materials for hearings, mediations, and trial
• Communicate with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Enter attorney time and assist with billing functions as needed

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation legal assistant experience
• Strong knowledge of Florida state and federal court procedures and e-filing requirements
• Excellent document preparation, proofreading, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a busy litigation practice
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
• Strong communication and client service skills

Preferred Experience

• Complex litigation support
• Discovery coordination and document management
• Trial, mediation, and deposition preparation
• Experience with document management and e-discovery platforms