Litigation Legal Assistant

Jobot; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

18 days PTO

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401K with match

Discretionary bonus

Paid Parking

Job summary

Jobot in Tampa, FL is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys across litigation and land use matters, including a busy eminent domain practice. The role suits a proactive, detail-oriented individual who can juggle deadlines across multiple active files and is willing to learn eminent domain.

WILL TRAIN ON EMINENT DOMAIN. Candidates should have 3+ years of Legal Assistant experience, a high school diploma, and strong MS Office and document management skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant in any area of litigation.
• High school diploma is required.
• Able to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Track and manage attorney deadlines, hearings, depositions, and travel logistics.
• Coordinate with courts, opposing counsel, clients, vendors, and internal staff.
• Organize case files and correspondence within the firm's document management system.
• Draft, proofread, and finalize pleadings, discovery materials, and legal correspondence.
• Handle new-matter intake, including conflict checks and engagement letters.
• Manage expense reports, check requests, and attorney time entry.
• Prepare exhibits and coordinate logistics for depositions and trial.
• Support land-use matters with visual or mapping materials as needed (GIS experience a plus, not required).

Skills

MS Office

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

iManage

Job description

Salary: $65,000 - $70,000 per year

Why join us?

• 18 days PTO
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401K with match
• Discretionary bonus
• Paid Parking

LITIGATION LEGAL ASSISTANT

A well-established Tampa Bay law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support attorneys across litigation and land use matters, including a busy eminent domain practice. This role is a strong fit for someone who is proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable juggling deadlines across multiple active files - open to candidates with experience in any area of litigation. WILL TRAIN ON EMINENT DOMAIN!

Responsibilities

• Track and manage attorney deadlines, hearings, depositions, and travel logistics
• Coordinate with courts, opposing counsel, clients, vendors, and internal staff
• Organize case files and correspondence within the firm's document management system
• Draft, proofread, and finalize pleadings, discovery materials, and legal correspondence
• Handle new-matter intake, including conflict checks and engagement letters
• Manage expense reports, check requests, and attorney time entry
• Prepare exhibits and coordinate logistics for depositions and trial
• Support land-use matters with visual or mapping materials as needed (GIS experience a plus, not required)

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant - open to candidates with experience in any area of litigation
• High school diploma required
• Comfortable working independently and managing shifting priorities
• Familiarity with e-filing procedures, both electronic and in-person
• Strong attention to detail and consistently accurate work product
• Clear communicator, able to handle confidential information with discretion
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office; document management system experience (iManage or similar) a plus

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.