Litigation Legal Assistant - LHH

Litigation Legal Assistant

Location

Tampa, FL –

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Salary

$60K–$65K (DOE)

LHH is seeking a Litigation Legal assistant for our client in Tampa, Florida who will primarily be focusing on construction defect and commercial litigation.

Duties:

• Document Management: Draft, edit, format, and e-file legal documents in state and federal courts.
• Organization: Maintain my calendar, coordinate travel, schedule meetings, and manage Outlook contacts.
• Administrative Support: Handle mail, scan documents, and ensure files are accurately organized in both physical and electronic formats (FileSite).
• Billing Assistance: Support timesheets, billing, and expense reimbursement processes.
• Client Interaction: Build strong client rapport, demonstrating discretion and professionalism.
• Legal Deadlines: Ensure timely responses to court deadlines, filings, and other time-sensitive tasks.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or certification preferred.
• Experience: At least 3 years in litigation secretarial roles

Skills:

• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PDF tools.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, processes, and court procedures.
• Familiarity with construction and commercial litigation is a plus.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities under pressure.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• M/D/V/L
• Opportunities for professional growth