Litigation Legal Assistant

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing Tampa law firm to find an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support a busy team handling complex construction defect and insurance recovery matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional who enjoys working in a fast paced litigation environment and plays a critical role in moving cases efficiently from inception through resolution. What You'll Do Prepare, edit, and finalize pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents. Coordinate and file documents electronically in Florida state and federal courts. Manage attorney calendars, monitor deadlines, and schedule hearings, depositions, mediations, and meetings. Maintain and organize case files, ensuring all records and documents remain up to date. Assist attorneys with discovery, document production, and overall case management. Support trial preparation, including coordinating exhibits, witnesses, and case materials. Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, experts, and vendors. Track litigation deadlines and help ensure compliance with court rules and scheduling requirements. What We’re Looking For At least 3 years of litigation legal assistant experience in a law firm setting. Strong understanding of Florida court procedures and e-filing systems. Experience supporting litigation matters through various stages of the legal process. Prior exposure to construction defect, insurance coverage, property damage, or commercial litigation is preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a commitment to providing exceptional support. Benefits Competitive salary Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer match Paid time off and paid holidays Collaborative and professional work environment Opportunity to work on sophisticated litigation matters with an established and respected legal team Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.