Job Title: Legal Administrative Assistant

Location: Tampa, FL

Salary/Payrate: $60K - $71K

Work Environment: Onsite – Firm has their own parking

Term: Full-Time / Permanent

Bachelor’s degree required: No

Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500

Job Description:

Qualified candidates must possess a minimum of 4 years of experience as a legal administrative assistant with a focus on litigation.

Qualified candidates must be flexible, proactive, have excellent organizational and communication skills, strong team player skills, proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint; iManage experience (or familiarity with a document management system) is a plus. The ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks based on business needs is essential. Ideal candidates should also possess strong technology skills with the ability to learn new programs quickly.

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Coverage for Legal Administrative Assistants when out of the office
• Coverage for the Receptionist as needed; perform reception job duties
• Supporting assigned attorneys with preparing, revising, and proofreading legal documents
• Scheduling and calendaring Court appearances and depositions
• E-filing documents with Federal and Florida State Courts
• Attorney time entry and client billing
• Preparation and submission of new client business intake and conflicts checks  
• Schedule attorney travel, appointments, and meetings
• Update attorneys’ calendars and contact lists
• Assist with LAA overflow work