Litigation Legal Assistant – General Liability | On-Site Position

Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Tampa is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join their General Liability practice group. This full-time position requires providing support in complex cases, preparing court filings, and managing case documentation. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience and familiarity with Florida court processes, along with strong organizational and communication skills.

Benefits

20 days of PTO

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k

Long and short-term disability

Qualifications

• 2-3 years minimum experience as a legal assistant.
• Strong understanding of Florida and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Prior exposure to general liability defense work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide litigation support for general liability cases.
• Prepare filings and assist with court procedures.
• Maintain electronic case files and case calendars.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Litify

iManage

Job description

Litigation Legal Assistant – General Liability | On-Site Position

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Cole, Scott & Kissane, an AV-rated litigation firm, is seeking a full-time, experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support its General Liability practice group in the Tampa office. This position supports a team of two attorneys handling complex matters in both state and federal court. Experience in general liability defense is highly preferred.

We’re looking for someone organized, responsive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced team environment. You should be comfortable interacting professionally with clients, experts, and opposing counsel. This is an on-premises role — remote work is not offered, so please apply only if you currently reside in the Tampa Bay area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide litigation support for attorneys handling general liability cases involving bodily injury, premises liability, negligent security, and related matters
• Prepare filings and assist attorneys with state and federal court procedures, including e-filing through Florida's E-Portal and PACER
• Maintain and organize electronic case files and case calendars (deadlines, hearings, depositions, mediations, etc.)
• Assist with trial preparation, including creating exhibits, witness files, and courtroom binders
• Coordinate meetings, hearings, depositions, and other case-related events
• Communicate professionally with clients, experts, and opposing counsel
  
  

Qualifications:

• 2–3 years minimum experience as a legal assistant
• Strong understanding of Florida and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
• Prior exposure to general liability defense work is preferred
• Experience with Florida E-Filing, PACER, calendaring systems, and document management platforms (Litify, iManage)
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel), Adobe Acrobat
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task under tight deadlines, stay calm under pressure, and work both independently and as part of a team
  
  

CSK offers top benefits that include 20 days of PTO, 9 paid holidays, health, dental, vision, life, long and short-term disability as well as long term care coverage, 401k, and more.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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