Well-respected Business Law Firm
- Smart, low ego and fun team (12 people)
- Downtown Tampa (dedicated, indoor employer paid parking)
- Onsite
- Modern office setting
- Benefits include health benefits 100% paid for the employee, 401k contribution and more
This role involves client engagement, administrative duties, and managing confidential information. The firm values professionalism, high-quality work, and a strong company culture.
This position is ideal for a local Legal Assistant with 2+ years of experience who thrives in a small, dynamic and growing legal setting. Candidates with relevant experience in professional services industries (e.g., public accounting, consulting, engineering, or marketing) may also be considered.
Responsibilities
- Provide superior client service, acting as a liaison between clients and attorneys via email, phone, and in-person communication
- Follow up with clients on case status, appointments, and billing
- Handle potential clients professionally and confidently
- Work collaboratively with attorneys and legal assistants
- Prepare correspondence, agreements, employee handbooks, and legal documents
- Manage attorneys calendars, schedule court dates, depositions, and client meetings
- Ensure timely court filings and assist attorneys in preparation for court appearances
- Organize and maintain paper and electronic client files
- Contribute to process improvement and documentation standards
- Demonstrate problem-solving skills and work proactively
Requirements
- Bachelors Degree preferred
- 2+ years of recent legal assistant experience (or experience in a similar professional services setting)
- Experience scheduling depositions, managing calendars, handling expenses, and creating expense reports
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, legal software, dictation/transcription tools, and document management systems
- Familiarity with employment law and legal terminology is preferred
- Strong interpersonal skillsconfident, trustworthy, and dependable
- Stable job history