Our Legal Client located in Downtown Tampa is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our Tampa team. (no charge for parking). The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of experience in a legal support role, particularly in litigation or insurance defense.
This role demands a proactive individual who can effectively support attorneys in all aspects of case management, maintain organized files, meet critical deadlines, and communicate professionally with clients, adjusters, and court personnel.
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Key Responsibilities
• Schedule depositions, hearings, mediations, and other case-related events
• Maintain familiarity with assigned cases including clients, facts, and parties
• Understand and adhere to Judge/County-specific procedures and preferences
• Proofread legal documents and correspondence with accuracy and attention to detail
• Organize and update case files efficiently and accurately
• E-file court documents and manage calendaring based on filings and deadlines
• Process and save incoming mail properly, naming and calendaring as needed
• Ensure compliance with client billing policies and language guidelines
• Process case-related invoices in a timely manner
• Maintain communication with clients and adjusters to update on case progress and notify of key deadlines (e.g., trials, mediations, settlements)
• Demonstrate proficiency in legal and office software programs
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