Litigation Legal Secretary (Hybrid)
Jobot · Tampa, FL · 3 wk ago
Hybrid$65k–$70k/yrFull-time
Hybrid 3/2 schedule (3 days in-office, 2 remote) with a busy commercial litigation team in downtown Tampa.
About us
This is a firm that's built its name in Tampa Bay through decades of consistent client work and a reputation that keeps clients and employees coming back. Staff here don't tend to leave; many build entire careers under one roof. The firm's litigation and corporate teams handle sophisticated matters for a wide range of clients, and its attorneys are regularly recognized by Best Lawyers and Chambers USA.
Why join us
- Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
- 401K with company match
- Discretionary annual bonus
- 18 days of paid time off
Responsibilities
- Keep attorney calendars current, flagging upcoming court dates, meetings, and filing deadlines
- Serve as a point of contact for clients, courts, and internal teams on active case matters
- Handle intake for new matters, running conflict checks and preparing engagement letters
- Assist attorneys with time entry and billing tasks
- Prepare and organize exhibits, coordinating deposition and trial logistics
- Draft and finalize litigation documents - motions, briefs, and client correspondence
- Keep case files current in the firm's document management system
- Pull case law and help set up meetings or conferences as needed
Requirements
- 3+ years as a Legal Assistant, litigation experience preferred - open to any litigation background
- Able to juggle competing deadlines with minimal oversight
- Comfortable with both electronic and in-person court filing procedures
- Sharp attention to detail and a track record of accurate, polished work
- Strong written and verbal communicator who handles confidential matters with discretion
- Solid Microsoft Office skills; iManage or similar DMS experience helpful
- High school diploma required
Pay
$65,000 - $70,000 per year