Legal Assistant - Litigation (Employment Law & Personal Injury)

Job Description !!!!!ON SITE!!!!!!Legal Assistant - Litigation (Employment Law & Personal Injury) DefenceLocation: Tampa, FL 33602 (In-Office)Pay Rate: $23–$35/hour (DOE)Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM–5:00 PMAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support 4 attorneys in a fast-paced litigation practice. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who is comfortable managing deadlines, court filings, and complex case files while serving as a key point of contact for attorneys and clients. This assistant will be handling Employment law and personal injury (defense).This is a direct placement opportunity.What You'll DoPrepare, revise, and file litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, and correspondenceHandle state and federal court e-filings and track deadlinesMaintain organized electronic and physical case filesConduct legal research using Westlaw and other legal resourcesCommunicate with clients to gather information and provide case updatesAssist attorneys with case preparation and trial support as neededEnsure confidentiality and accuracy of all legal documents and client information Required Experience & SkillsMinimum 3 years of recent litigation legal assistant experienceHands-on experience with federal court filingsStrong written and verbal communication skillsExcellent attention to detail and organizational abilityAbility to manage multiple deadlines in a litigation environmentProficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and OutlookStrong customer service mindset and professionalism Preferred (But Not Required)Experience in employment law, personal injury, general litigation, or product liabilityFamiliarity with document management systemsBachelor's degree Why Join UsCompetitive hourly pay based on experienceConsistent daytime schedule (no nights or weekends)Stable, professional litigation-focused environmentDirect placement role offering long-term career stabilityCompany DescriptionWe are a staffing company dedicated to connecting you with long-term career opportunities.Company DescriptionWe are a staffing company dedicated to connecting you with long-term career opportunities.