Legal Assistant – Litigation

TRENAM LAW•Saint Petersburg, FL

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Trenam Law is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support attorneys in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice group at its Tampa office. The role provides high-level commercial litigation support and helps ensure litigation matters operate efficiently. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in case file management, scheduling and calendaring, discovery support, court filings, document preparation, and deposition and trial preparation. This is an on-site position in a professional office setting. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with a one-hour lunch. Occasional overtime may be required to complete projects or meet client obligations.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant.
High school diploma required.
Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management systems.
Strong knowledge of court filing procedures, both electronic and in-person.
Accurate, quality work product; strong attention to detail; highly organized.
Highly responsive and able to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work effectively independently and as a team member in support of excellent client service.

Nice To Haves

Prior litigation experience.
iManage experience.

Responsibilities

Provide high-level legal and administrative support to litigation attorneys, ensuring deadlines are met and client service is exceptional.
Draft, format, proofread, edit, and finalize complex legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling meetings, court appearances, and legal deadlines.
Coordinate with clients, courts, and internal teams while maintaining accurate contact information and case details.
Support deposition and trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and arranging logistics.
Assist with opening new matters by gathering relevant information, initiating conflict checks, and preparing engagement and preservation letters.
Review and file emails, correspondence, and case documents in iManage/DMS.
Assist with attorney time entry using Aderant.
Set up conferences and meetings and assist with pulling case law when needed.
Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, accuracy, and attention to detail in all tasks and interactions.
Perform other duties as assigned.