Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant

• Temp to Hire Tampa, FL 33602 $30
• 33/hour We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a busy litigation team in a fast-paced legal environment. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity for a motivated professional who thrives in a collaborative setting and is comfortable managing multiple priorities. Responsibilities
• Prepare, process, proofread, and organize legal documents and correspondence
• Maintain and manage electronic case files, pleadings, discovery, emails, and records
• Coordinate document production and assist with litigation support tasks
• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, attorneys, and outside parties
• Assist with trial, hearing, and deposition preparation, including exhibits and attorney notebooks
• Manage calendars, schedule appointments, hearings, and depositions, and track deadlines
• Open and close legal files while maintaining accurate records
• Screen phone calls, route messages, and provide information as directed
• Arrange travel accommodations as needed
• Assist with billing and invoice preparation
• Perform additional administrative and legal support duties as assigned Qualifications
• 5+ years of legal assistant or legal secretarial experience preferred
• Litigation experience strongly preferred
• Strong typing, proofreading, grammar, and organizational skills
• Knowledge of legal terminology and court procedures
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Bachelor's degree or paralegal experience is a plus Position Details
• Temp-to-hire opportunity
• Full-time schedule
• Competitive pay
• Located in Tampa, FL 33602 If you are a proactive legal professional looking for a long-term opportunity with a collaborative team, we encourage you to apply.

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