Litigation Legal Assistant – Guardianship, Trust & Probate

1-2 yrs required

Full-time

No

Litigation Legal Assistant – Guardianship, Trust & Probate: Law Firm in Tampa, FL

Overview:

We are seeking a qualified legal assistant with 2+ years of experience with Florida law to join our expanding law firm in Tampa, FL. The ideal candidate will have experience in guardianship, trust & probate litigation, civil litigation, and family law. This position offers competitive salary and benefits, PTO, succession planning, and training and certifications. The candidate will be an integral part of a close-knit team, collaborating with legal assistants and a small group of attorneys. If you are looking for a position with growth opportunities and a beautiful view, submit your resume with a cover letter explaining why you want to work with us!

Job Title: Litigation Legal Assistant – Guardianship, Trust & Probate

Salary: $40, – $50, per year

Benefits:

- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

- Legal assistant: 2 years (Required)
- Florida law: 2 years (Required)
- Guardianship: 1 year (Preferred)
- Wills, trusts, & estate law: 1 year (Preferred)
- Probate Law: 1 year (Preferred)
- Litigation: 1 year (Preferred)

Education:

Job Description:

The Litigation Legal Assistant will be responsible for providing support to attorneys in a busy civil litigation environment. This position requires familiarity with docketing court rules, computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel, excellent communication skills, and a professional, helpful, and “can do” attitude. Experience with law firm case management software is a plus.

Responsibilities:

- Provide administrative support to attorneys
- Manage and organize case files
- Prepare and file legal documents
- Schedule appointments and maintain calendars
- Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
- Conduct legal research and draft legal documents
- Assist with trial preparation

Requirements:

- 2+ years of experience as a legal assistant
- Familiarity with Florida law
- Experience in guardianship, trust & probate litigation, civil litigation, and family law
- Knowledge of docketing court rules
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Excellent communication skills
- Professional, helpful, and “can do” attitude
- Experience with law firm case management software is a plus

Work Location: On-site at our beautiful campus in North Tampa, FL

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts

Ability to commute/relocate: Must be able to reliably commute to Tampa, FL or relocate before starting work.

Succession Planning:

At our law firm, we value our employees and believe in investing in their future. We offer succession planning to help you grow in your career and achieve your goals.

Training and Certifications:

We are committed to providing our employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed. We offer training and certifications to help you develop your skills and advance in your career.

Annual Bonus:

In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer an annual bonus to recognize and reward our employees for their hard work and dedication.

Medical, Dental, Vision:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance to help you and your family stay healthy.

Free Parking:

We know that parking can be a hassle, so we offer free parking to all of our employees.

Join Our Team:

If you are looking for a position with growth opportunities, succession planning, and a beautiful view, submit your resume with a cover letter explaining why you want to work with us! Email us at .

Dental insurance, Health insurance, Health savings account, Life insurance, Paid time off, Referral program, Retirement plan, Vision insurance

Docketing court rules, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Communication, Law firm case management software

Associate degree (Preferred)

Please email cover letter and resume to

Qualification and Experience Associate degree (Preferred)

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