Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant – Full-Time or Part-Time

An established commercial litigation and construction law firm near downtown St. Petersburg seeks an organized, dependable Legal Assistant for an on-site, part-time or full-time position.

Responsibilities:

Open and close files; maintain and organize case files.

Handle filing, scanning, and document management.

Answer phones and communicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.

Prepare legal correspondence and pleadings.

File court documents through the Florida Courts e-Portal.

Schedule hearings and depositions.

Maintain calendars and track deadlines.

Provide general administrative support to the attorney and legal team.

Qualifications:

Applicants should have 1–3 years of law office experience OR be near completion of an academic paralegal or legal studies program.

Strong attention to detail, organization, and written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort learning legal software.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

We offer: Competitive compensation based on experience, a stable and comfortable professional environment, and benefits for eligible full-time employees. Part-time scheduling will be discussed during the interview.

Please submit your résumé, availability, and desired compensation for consideration.

This is an on-site position. Remote work is not available.