Our client, an AmLaw 200 firm, is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant for its Tampa office. Qualified candidates must possess a minimum of 4 years of experience as a legal administrative assistant with a focus on litigation. Qualified candidates must be proactive, flexible, a strong team player, detail oriented, have excellent organizational and communication skills, demonstrate technical proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. iManage experience is a plus. The ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks based on the practice group’s business needs is essential. 

Duties include, but not limited to: 

• Assist attorneys in preparing, proofreading and revising legal documents 

• Scheduling of Court appearances and depositions; calendaring and docketing 

• Experience with efiling documents in Federal and Florida State Courts

• Time entry and client billing 

• Maintenance of files and records Prepare and submit Cash Disbursement Requests (CDRs) for processing vendor invoices in a timely manner; monitor payment of invoices 

• Submission of new business intake and conflicts checks 

• Scheduling travel, appointments and meetings 

• Processing expense statements in a timely manner 

• Maintaining attorneys’ calendars and contact lists 

• Backup coverage for other Legal Administrative Assistants when necessary 

To learn more, contact: Victoria Richardson, Director of Legal Staffing victoria@zeregaconsulting.com