On-Site Legal Assistant — Personal Injury

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. in Tampa, FL is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to join our team and support daily operations of the law firm. You will handle administrative services and assist the legal team in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail. This on-site role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor's degree is preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience as an administrative assistant in a legal setting preferred.
• Experience in Social Security, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises Liability, or related practice areas preferred.
• Proficiency in calendar management, deposition scheduling, and hearings.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties (scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics).
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices.
• Implement and improve administrative processes for efficient workflow.
• Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation.
• Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents such as pleadings and contracts.
• Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with reports and case files.
• Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending bills; resolve billing issues with the billing attorney.
• Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions.
• Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Multitasking

Written & verbal communication

Calendar management

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in paralegal studies

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. in Tampa, FL is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to join our team and support daily operations of the law firm. You will handle administrative services and assist the legal team in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail. This on-site role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.