Litigation Legal Assistant

Job overview

The Litigation Legal Assistant role is an onsite, full-time position in Tampa, FL; compensation is not specified. Macfarlane Ferguson & McMullen provides legal counsel across a range of practice areas and serves its surrounding communities. This role supports attorneys throughout litigation by coordinating case materials, filings, deadlines, client communications, and trial preparation, helping the team deliver organized and timely legal services.

What you'll do

• Prepare and proofread pleadings, motions, discovery materials, correspondence, and other legal documents
• file documents electronically with courts and agencies
• maintain case files and litigation calendars
• track deadlines
• coordinate schedules and communications
• assist with discovery, trial preparation, client intake, billing, and administrative tasks
• protect confidential information.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

legal assistant

litigation support

legal documents

court filings

discovery

trial preparation

case management

client communications

billing support

tampa fl

macfarlane ferguson & mcmullen

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Eligible employees may participate in medical, dental, and vision insurance, employer-sponsored retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, life and disability insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Why this role

Supports a litigation team at a firm established in 1884; associate degree or equivalent education and experience preferred.

About the employer

Macfarlane Ferguson & McMullen is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.