Are you an experienced Litigation Assistant seeking a rewarding career in a boutique law firm?
Our established practice in Tampa, Florida, offers a supportive environment where your skills are valued and your contributions make a real difference. With a longstanding commitment to excellence, we prioritize collaboration and professionalism while fostering a positive work culture.
Who We're Seeking:
We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Litigation Assistant to join our team. As a valued member of our firm, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of case management while working closely with our attorneys and clients as a key element.
Key Responsibilities:
- Take complete ownership of litigation case management.
- Operate standard office equipment, including a personal computer, copiers, scanners, facsimile, and telephone.
- Prepare correspondence, memoranda, and other legal documents from written and oral drafts.
- Review completed documents thoroughly for accuracy in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting.
- Open new files, prepare and collect conflict of interest checks, and maintain client and general files.
- Conduct periodic reviews for possible storage of closed files and prepare files for closed storage.
- Work independently to manage timing and action plans for completing department functions and preparing correspondence, reports, and other documents ahead of need.
Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience in general litigation.
- High school diploma: a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- An understanding of law office policies and legal document requirements.
- The ability to read and write for minor editing of routine law office correspondence and legal case matters.
- The ability to perform non-complex arithmetic calculations.
- Experience maintaining records and filing systems.
- The ability to transcribe legal documents, correspondence, and reports from rough drafts or dictation.
- Fast and accurate typing skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proofreading ability for grammatical, typographical, or spelling errors.
Pay, Benefits, & Additional Details:
- $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 negotiable based upon experience.
- 401(k) with matching.
- Dental insurance.
- Flexible schedule.
- Health insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Vision insurance.
- Free parking.
- Monday – Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- 37.5 hours per week but paid for 40 hours per week
Our Commitment to You:
At our firm, we're dedicated to your success and well-being. Beyond this role, we're committed to helping you achieve your career goals and aspirations. Join us in a positive, supportive work environment where your talents are recognized and rewarded, and where you'll have ample opportunities for professional growth and development.