Litigation Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant Position

Bush Ross is a full service large local law firm located on Tampa's picturesque Riverwalk. We were founded on the principle that clients want caring, insightful, ethical, problem solvers who bring value to their business. We are committed to providing a "client-first" culture that emphasizes the care and concern for clients, as well as our employees.

We are looking for a Legal Assistant to join our dynamic support staff team. This position will report to practice group Shareholders and Associates for work product prioritization. This job operates in a professional office environment, and this position is expected to work out of the employer's primary office location.

We foster a modern, business-professional environment where employees are valued and supported. In addition to competitive compensation, we are proud to offer our employees:

• Comprehensive benefits packages
• Generous paid time-off
• 401k plan with profit sharing
• Free parking

Bush Ross is an EEO employer.

Essential responsibilities of the position will include:

• Organize, track, and maintain original documents and electronic files in PerfectLaw
• Schedule meetings, deadlines, and maintain attorney calendars.
• Administrative operations such as trust deposits, check requests, and expense reimbursement
• File documents with the courts or other government entities
• Compile closing binders/legal documents for transmission to client
• Perform initial assessment of project/matter deliverables and requirements
• Drafting, proofing, and finalizing legal documents
• Compose correspondence/responses that deal with legal subject matter requiring considerable discretion and judgment
• Track status of tasks and documents requiring action by client/prospective client
• Contact state and federal agencies
• Perform records research, review, and analysis
• Communicate and meet with clients, as needed

The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following qualifications:

• 5+ years of litigation legal assistance experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Must be professional, a self-starter, a and team player
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, various flowcharting programs, performing background searches and public record searches
• Familiar with electronic filings with governmental entities and document management systems