Construction Litigation Legal Assistant - Detail‑Oriented Support

Jobot; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Long term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) / IRA or other retirement plan

Flexible Spending Accounts (pre tax )

Competitive salaries

Job summary

Jobot in Tampa, FL is seeking a highly organized Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a fast-paced, collaborative law firm environment. You will provide high-level administrative and legal support, assist with case management, and help ensure the efficient delivery of exceptional legal services to the firm’s clients.

The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience as a legal assistant, strong knowledge of legal terminology, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience as a legal assistant.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, document formatting, and filing procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional demeanor and teamwork.
• Experience supporting attorneys in construction cases.
• Familiarity with e-filing systems and court rules.
• Experience with billing software and timekeeping systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to assigned attorneys and legal professionals
• Draft, revise, proofread, and format correspondence, pleadings, contracts, and other legal documents
• Prepare and file legal documents in accordance with court rules and internal procedures
• Maintain and manage electronic and physical files, calendars, deadlines, and task lists
• Assist with matter intake, client communications, and coordination with internal departments
• Schedule meetings, depositions, hearings, and travel arrangements
• Track deadlines and ensure timely follow-up on assignments and filings
• Process time entries, expense reports, and billing support as needed
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information
• Provide general administrative support and assist with special projects

Skills

Attention to detail

Time-management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Client service

Teamwork

Construction cases experience

Billing knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Legal document management systems

E-filing systems

Job description

Jobot in Tampa, FL is seeking a highly organized Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a fast-paced, collaborative law firm environment. You will provide high-level administrative and legal support, assist with case management, and help ensure the efficient delivery of exceptional legal services to the firm’s clients.

The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience as a legal assistant, strong knowledge of legal terminology, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document