Litigation Legal Assistant: Expert Case Prep & Filings

Trenam; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Trenam Law in Tampa seeks an experienced Legal Assistant to support our Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice. The role enhances attorney effectiveness with high-level litigation support, matter management, and efficient scheduling in a professional office setting.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of legal assistant experience, is highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at document preparation, discovery, and court filings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant; prior litigation experience preferred.
• High school diploma required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and document management systems; iManage experience helpful.
• Strong knowledge of court filing procedures (electronic and in-person).
• Accurate, quality work product; highly organized and detail oriented.
• Excellent communication skills and discretion with confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level legal and administrative support to litigation attorneys, meeting deadlines and delivering client service.
• Draft, format, proofread, edit, and finalize complex legal documents, including briefs and motions.
• Manage attorney calendars, scheduling meetings, court appearances, and deadlines.
• Coordinate with clients, courts, and internal teams; maintain accurate case details.
• Support deposition and trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and logistics.
• Assist with opening new matters, conflict checks, and engagement/preservation letters.
• Review emails and case documents in iManage/DMS and log time in Aderant.
• Set up conferences, pull case law, and maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Skills

Legal support experience

Detail oriented

Time management

Communication skills

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

iManage

Aderant

Job description

Trenam Law in Tampa seeks an experienced Legal Assistant to support our Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice. The role enhances attorney effectiveness with high-level litigation support, matter management, and efficient scheduling in a professional office setting.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of legal assistant experience, is highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at document preparation, discovery, and court filings.