Legal Assistant – Business Law Firm – Downtown Tampa

Well-respected Business Law Firm

• Smart, low ego and fun team (12 people)
• Downtown Tampa (dedicated, indoor employer paid parking)
• Onsite
• Modern office setting
• Benefits include health benefits 100% paid for the employee, 401k contribution and more

This role involves client engagement, administrative duties, and managing confidential information. The firm values professionalism, high-quality work, and a strong company culture.

This position is ideal for a local Legal Assistant with 2+ years of experience who thrives in a small, dynamic and growing legal setting. Candidates with relevant experience in professional services industries (e.g., public accounting, consulting, engineering, or marketing) may also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide superior client service, acting as a liaison between clients and attorneys via email, phone, and in-person communication
• Follow up with clients on case status, appointments, and billing
• Handle potential clients professionally and confidently
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and legal assistants
• Prepare correspondence, agreements, employee handbooks, and legal documents
• Manage attorneys’ calendars, schedule court dates, depositions, and client meetings
• Ensure timely court filings and assist attorneys in preparation for court appearances
• Organize and maintain paper and electronic client files
• Contribute to process improvement and documentation standards
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills and work proactively

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 2+ years of recent legal assistant experience (or experience in a similar professional services setting)
• Experience scheduling depositions, managing calendars, handling expenses, and creating expense reports
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, legal software, dictation/transcription tools, and document management systems
• Familiarity with employment law and legal terminology is preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills—confident, trustworthy, and dependable
• Stable job history