Legal Assistant - Personal Injury

Hill, Ward & Henderson • Tampa, FL

7h

About The Position

Hill Ward Henderson is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Legal Assistant to support its Personal Injury Litigation group. This position is ideal for candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy managing a busy litigation practice, and want to contribute meaningfully to a dynamic legal team.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of current Florida litigation experience, specifically in personal injury.
• Strong working knowledge of State and Federal court procedures, including electronic filing.
• Demonstrated experience managing heavy scheduling, calendaring, and travel logistics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, proofreading, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize effectively, and maintain strong attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with a document management system is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day administrative support for attorneys in the Personal Injury Litigation group.
• Prepare, revise, and finalize legal documents, correspondence, and filings.
• Handle State and Federal court filings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court rules.
• Coordinate heavy scheduling, including attorney calendars, hearings, depositions, client meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Maintain case files and assist with document management, including organizing, indexing, and retrieving materials.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and internal team members.
• Provide exceptional customer service and support to both internal and external stakeholders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed