Family Law/Probate Litigation Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

This role enhances attorney effectiveness by providing high-level litigation support and ensuring the efficient operation of the Probate Litigation and Family Law practice groups. The ideal candidate will be proactive, highly organized, and detail-oriented, with demonstrated experience in case file management, scheduling & calendaring, discovery support, and trial preparation. This position will be based in our Downtown Tampa office.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Manage and maintain litigation case files, including e-filing and handling voluminous discovery
• Draft, format, and proofread pleadings, motions, and legal correspondence
• Assist with hearing, mediation, and trial preparation
• Coordinate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel in a professional and helpful manner
• Schedule and calendar deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial-related events
• Ensure accurate entry and organization of all case documents in the firm’s document management system iManage
• Navigate court rules and filing procedures related to probate litigation, and family law matters
• Support conflict checks and new matter intake processes

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Legal Assistant in litigation, ideally within probate litigation, or family law
• Technical proficiency in MS Office 365 and document management systems, iManage experience helpful
• High school diploma required
• Proven experience in case management, discovery coordination, and trial preparation
• Strong knowledge of court filing procedures (both electronic and in-person)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple matters
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• Highly organized and deadline-driven
• Team-oriented with a commitment to excellent customer service

Busy law firm. Challenging assignments. Welcoming environment with a team focused approach.

Company Description

Busy law firm. Challenging assignments. Welcoming environment with a team focused approach.