Pre-Litigation Legal Assistant - Onsite & Client-Focused

Farah & Farah Personal Injury Lawyers; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching contributions

Comprehensive health, dental, and vis­

Life insurance and short-term disabled

Paid time off and EAP

Health savings account

Referral program

Job summary

Farah & Farah is seeking a Pre-Suit Legal Assistant to support the Pre-Litigation team in managing personal injury cases from intake through demand.

The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and excellent communication as you gather documents, maintain files, and coordinate with clients and attorneys.

Onsite, full-time position with benefits and opportunities to grow within a premier firm.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience as a legal assistant or in a similar role in personal injury law is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Professional demeanor and positive attitude.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist case managers and attorneys in gathering and organizing case-related documents, including medical records, police reports, and witness statements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files, both physical and electronic.
• Prepare correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents as directed by case managers and attorneys.
• Track deadlines and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Communicate with clients to provide updates and gather necessary documentation via phone, email, and in-person meetings.
• Answer client inquiries and provide updates on case status.
• Schedule appointments and coordinate communication between clients and case managers/attorneys.
• Maintain a positive and empathetic rapport with clients.
• Request, review, and summarize medical records and bills; coordinate with medical providers for information.
• Open new case files and input data into case management software; manage onsite files and calendars.
• Handle incoming/outgoing mail, deliveries, and faxes; answer calls and route messages.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Professional demeanor

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Farah & Farah is seeking a Pre-Suit Legal Assistant to support the Pre-Litigation team in managing personal injury cases from intake through demand.

The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and excellent communication as you gather documents, maintain files, and coordinate with clients and attorneys.

Onsite, full-time position with benefits and opportunities to grow within a premier firm.