Litigation Assistant - TempExperts

Litigation Assistant
Direct Hire
Tampa, FL

TempExperts is seeking a Litigation Assistant experience is a plus to join a growing firm in Tampa, FL.

This Litigation Assistant would be supporting multiple attorneys by providing administrative support and oversight. A successful match will be a dedicated and experienced legal professional with a strong background in litigation and construction defect experience. 

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Ensure attorneys are operating as efficiently and effectively as possible by leveraging technology resources and identifying the most efficient and effective manner to complete tasks.
• Prepare documents by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, printing, and transmitting text, data and graphics using office software applications.
• Prepare and coordinate e-filings, as well as filings in state and federal courts if needed and respond to filing or closing deadlines.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail, faxes and scan documents.
• Ensure that documents are saved and filed into the appropriate workspaces/folders in FileSite and paper file.
• Maintain the daily calendar of each attorney including, but not limited to, scheduling appointments, meetings and travel arrangements.
• Maintain Outlook contacts for each attorney as appropriate.
• Provide support to the attorneys with timesheets and regular billing matters.
• Request reimbursement for attorneys through ChromeRiver and for client costs through Accounts Payable.
• Maintain a good working rapport with clients which requires discretion and judgment.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Associate degree, certificate, or related education is preferred. 
• 3-5+ years of litigation experience preferred.
• Construction Defect experience is preferred. 
• Comfort and efficiency with supporting multiple attorneys.
• Strong knowledge of and ability to apply office software applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and PDF.

TempExperts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.