Legal Administrative Assistant

Equity LifeStyle Properties; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) employer match

Paid vacations & holidays

Job summary

Equity LifeStyle Properties in Tampa, FL, seeks a Legal Administrative Assistant to support its legal team with admin tasks, document preparation, and case file organization. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills in a fast-paced team environment.

Experience in a legal setting and familiarity with LexisNexis and MS Office are valued. The company offers comprehensive benefits and a stable corporate culture focused on excellence and recognition.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent experience.
• Paralegal certification preferred.
• 1+ year of experience in a legal environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, LexisNexis and other relevant legal software.
• Familiarity with key legal principles and terminology.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard administrative duties in support of legal team (phones, scheduling).
• Assist with preparation of legal documents (subpoenas, complaints, appeals).
• Organize case files and complete legal forms.
• Generate and organize reference tools for team use.

Skills

MS Office

LexisNexis

Legal research

Time management

Written communication

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Education

Associates degree

Paralegal certification

Tools

Legal software

Job description

Legal Administrative Assistant - Tampa, Florida

With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career! ELS is hiring for the position of Legal Administrative Assistant in Tampa, Florida.

What you’ll do:

• Perform standard administrative duties in support of team members (e.g., answering phones, scheduling meetings, etc.) Assist with the preparation of legal documents, including subpoenas, complaints and appeals.
• Organize case files and complete legal forms.
• Generate and organize reference tools for use by team members.
• Maintain and update databases and tracking systems.
• Prepare and format necessary reports and presentations.
• Maintain accurate and current hard copy and electronic files.
• Perform legal research and analysis as required.

Experience & skills you’ll need:

• Associates degree, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Paralegal certification or related coursework preferred.
• 1+ year of experience in a legal environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Lexis-Nexis and other relevant legal and research software programs.
• Familiarity with key legal principles and terminology.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Strong research and administrative skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously with the ability to prioritize appropriately.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.

In return for your excellent skills and abilities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• medical, dental, and vision plans
• a generous 401(k) employer match
• paid vacations, holidays, and sick time

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and thank all applicants.

Equity LifeStyle Properties (NYSE: ELS) is the leading operator of Manufactured Home Communities, RV Resorts and Campgrounds in North America. Our appealing properties, located in the most desirable regions of the country, offer a variety of homes and camping options to meet a wide range of customers' needs. ELS has a strong national presence with more than 400 communities and resorts in 32 states and British Columbia and a team of more than 4000 employees.