Practice Assistant - Litigation

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC•Tampa, FL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney is a national law firm with a proven reputation for providing progressive, industry-leading legal, business, regulatory and government relations advice to our regional, national and international clients. We currently have an opportunity for an experienced Practice Assistant in our Tampa, FL location to assist our attorneys in the Litigation Section. Hybrid schedules available for this role!

Requirements

The drive and determination to learn new skills and perfect current skillset in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
The ability to own individual tasks as well as collaborate well in a team environment.
High attention to detail and strong time management skills to produce quality work product while keeping yourself and team members on task to meet deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and professional conduct with colleagues, clients, and vendors.
A high school diploma or equivalent.
Five (5) or more years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal in a Litigation group.

Nice To Haves

Appellate experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Achieve the highest level of administrative support for three or more Shareholder level attorneys.
Maximize attorney time by managing schedules, calendaring, tracking deadlines, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing and submitting expense reports.
Ensure accuracy in the formatting, drafting, proofing, and editing of time-sensitive and confidential documentation.
Contribute to client support by running conflicts checks, preparing engagement letters, opening new client matter, maintaining paper and electronic files, and preparing and submitting filings for federal and state courts.
Grow your already vast skills as a legal support professional by managing projects and deadlines, collaborating with team members, and using your organization and time management skills to satisfy client needs and lead the Firm to success!