Legal Assistant

TempExperts; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in Tampa, FL is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to provide vital administrative and legal support within their busy litigation practice. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of law firm experience, a strong understanding of court procedures, and excellent organizational skills. Responsibilities include filing documents, managing case files, drafting correspondence, and ensuring compliance with legal deadlines. This is a direct hire position that requires onsite work only.

Qualifications

• Experience as a litigation legal assistant required.
• Strong knowledge of Federal and State court filing procedures.
• Ability to support multiple attorneys simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal administrative support to litigation attorneys.
• File pleadings in Federal and State courts.
• Draft and edit legal documents accurately.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Legal document management

Education

3–5 years of law firm experience

Job description

Litigation Legal Assistant

Tampa, FL | Direct Hire | In-Office

TempExperts is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant for a respected law firm in Tampa, FL. This position supports multiple attorneys within a busy litigation practice, providing comprehensive administrative and legal assistance in both Federal and State matters. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of court procedures and legal documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal administrative support to litigation attorneys, including case management, document preparation, and correspondence.
• File pleadings and other documents in Federal and State courts, ensuring compliance with all procedural requirements.
• Manage case openings, conflicts checks, billing, training, and records coordination.
• Draft, proofread, and edit correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents with accuracy and professionalism.
• Track firm, attorney, and client expenses; process reimbursements and payments.
• Assist with client billing, including narrative entry, tracking billable tasks, and preparing final invoices.
• Schedule hearings, court appearances, and client meetings in coordination with attorneys.
• Calculate legal deadlines and ensure timely completion of required filings.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical case files.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail, calls, and emails with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Assist with business development event coordination as needed.
• Deliver consistent, high-quality service to clients, attorneys, and colleagues.

Requirements/Education

• 3–5 years of law firm experience required, preferably as a litigation legal assistant.
• Strong knowledge of Federal and State court filing procedures.
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time management.
• Must be able to work onsite; this position is not remote or hybrid.

TempExperts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.