Litigation Legal Assistant (Hybrid)
- $60,000 - $75,000
- St. Petersburg, FL
FL TOP FIRM | Commercial & IP Litigation | $70-75k+ bonus | 2 person support | Work/life balance | St. Pete | Great benefits & culture
A bit about us:
Our client is a prestigious Florida law firm known for sophisticated work and a collegial culture. They offer competitive compensation, professional growth opportunities, and a true work-life balance.
Why join us?
- Hybrid Schedule 3 in 2 out
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Professional work environment
- Growth opportunities
- Collaborative team culture
Job Details
Our established Florida law firm is seeking a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our litigation team in St. Petersburg.
Position Overview
Join our dynamic legal team supporting IP and commercial litigation matters. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Experience with transcription is required.
Key Responsibilities
- Transcribe legal proceedings, depositions, and client meetings
- Support attorneys in IP and commercial litigation matters from initial filing through resolution
- Prepare and organize legal documents, pleadings, and court filings
- Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and government entities
- Manage case calendars, deadlines, and court scheduling
- Assist with document discovery and case file organization
- Handle administrative tasks including client communications and file maintenance
- Support trial preparation and deposition logistics
- Maintain accurate records in document management systems
- Process invoices and assist with billing procedures
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3+ years of commercial litigation legal assistant experience
- Transcription skills required
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Professional demeanor for client and court interactions
- Detail-oriented with strong proofreading skills
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Professional development opportunities
- Stable, collaborative work environment
- Training on systems
Schedule & Location
- Full-time position: 37.5 hours per week
- Hybrid schedule available
- St. Petersburg location
- Overtime opportunities available
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.