Litigation Legal Assistant
Legal Tampa, Florida
Direct Hire Mar 23, 2026
Legal
Job Title: Litigation Legal Assistant
Job Overview:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join our client and support key legal operations within a busy litigation practice. This role ensures attorneys are organized, prepared, and positioned for success across employment law and personal injury defense matters. The ideal candidate will be the central point of coordination for case management, court filings, scheduling, and trial readiness. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast moving environment and values delivering polished, accurate work.
Compensation:
$23.00 to $35.00 per hour
Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, normal business hours
Job Overview:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join our client and support key legal operations within a busy litigation practice. This role ensures attorneys are organized, prepared, and positioned for success across employment law and personal injury defense matters. The ideal candidate will be the central point of coordination for case management, court filings, scheduling, and trial readiness. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast moving environment and values delivering polished, accurate work.
Compensation:
$23.00 to $35.00 per hour
Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, normal business hours
Key Responsibilities of the Litigation Legal Assistant:
- Support attorneys by coordinating calendars, organizing deadlines, managing court filings, and overseeing day to day case activity.
- Maintain accurate records by entering attorney time, monitoring conflicts, handling invoicing tasks, and preparing documentation for both state and federal courts.
- Assist with trial preparation including exhibits, timelines, witness materials, and other logistical needs to ensure seamless execution.
- Arrange travel and provide administrative support that enables attorneys to stay focused on strategic priorities.
- Deliver consistent follow through in high pressure or emotional situations while ensuring strong communication across internal and external contacts.
Qualifications and Skills for the Litigation Legal Assistant:
- Three to five years of litigation support experience, ideally within employment law or personal injury defense.
- Experience with federal court systems including PACER, along with familiarity using document management software such as iManage.
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines in a busy environment.
- A collaborative, professional communication style coupled with sound judgment, emotional intelligence, and the confidence to ask questions when needed.
- An Associate or Bachelor degree is required; stable employment history is expected.