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Legal Assistant jobs in Tampa, FL
Legal assistants keep law offices organized, handling scheduling, correspondence, client intake, billing entries, and document preparation so attorneys can focus on casework.
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$18–$34/hr
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$51k
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communities around the globe.Senior Corporate Counsel - Commercial Legal: Intelligent Infrastructure SegmentBased onsite in St.... ...ReimbursementLife, AD&D, and Disability InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance…
continuing to expand nationwide. Job Summary The Litigation Assistant plays a key role in supporting attorneys and paralegals through... ...for maintaining and organizing case files, coordinating legal proceedings, and s…
$116.2k - $229.1k
this posting, "Deloitte" means Deloitte Consulting LLP, a subsidiary of Deloitte LLP. Please see for a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte LLP and its subsidiaries. All qualified applicants will recei…
operational, analytical, and technical functions of the Tampa General Hospital/USF Health Precision Medicine Biorepository (PMBioR) by assisting in the processing, handling, and maintenance of biological analytes and ass…
$103.45k - $197.73k
with applicable policy and business needs.The OpportunityAs a dedicated Digital/Technical Product Manager (Mid-Level) - AI Virtual Assistant, you will support the discovery, delivery, and continuous improvement of AI-pow…
Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a dis…
and existing laws, rules and regulations and codesPrepare bid sheet and measurement and payment section of specificationsAssist with legal and 'front end' specification, including but not limited to general conditions, s…
investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.California requires additional notifications for…
Job Title : Legal Assistant/ Secretary Job Location : Tampa, FL Salary : $75k base salary plus bonuses and room for growth/advancement. Must have : Insurance defense or medical malpractice defense. HRforGrowth® is engage…
$23 per hour
Experienced Document Review Attorney – Remote Great opportunity for licensed attorneys interested in getting started with document review. Please apply to get on our roster for future matters! Excellent work environment…
$155k - $220k
I'm partnered with a well-known firm that is looking to add a Commercial and Business Litigation Associate to their team. This position is with a firm that has excellent mentorship opportunities and growth opportunities…
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What legal assistants earn in Tampa
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $18–$23 | $38k–$48k |
| Mid level | $22–$27 | $46k–$57k |
| Senior | $26–$34 | $54k–$71k |
Adjusted for the Tampa market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Calendar and docket managementLegal document formattingClient intake and communicationTime entry and billing supportFile organization (paper and digital)Discretion and confidentialityMicrosoft Office and PDF toolsMultitasking across attorneys
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
How do you manage calendars and deadlines for multiple attorneys?
Describe your system for court dates, statutes of limitation, and reminders, plus how you confirm rather than assume. Precision is the whole job.
A client calls upset about their case and their attorney is in court. What do you do?
Show calm boundaries: listen, take detailed notes, avoid giving legal advice or case predictions, and commit to a specific callback you then make happen.
What experience do you have with legal documents and formatting?
Name the documents: engagement letters, pleadings shells, tables of authorities, proofs of service. Mention firm style rules and court formatting requirements.
How do you handle confidential or sensitive material day to day?
Give habits, not principles: locked screens, careful recipients on email, no case talk in shared spaces, and shredding protocols.
Tell me about supporting billing: time entry, prebills, or client invoicing.
Mention the billing software you used, attorneys' time you entered or chased, and accuracy checks before bills went out. Firms feel billing pain acutely.
Describe a time you caught an error before it went out the door.
A small, concrete story works: a wrong date, misspelled party name, or missing attachment. Show your proofreading routine, not luck.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For legal assistants specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Name the practice areas and firm sizes you have supported, since a solo family-law office and Big Law demand different rhythms.
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List legal software you know: Clio, MyCase, ProLaw, iManage, or NetDocuments, plus e-filing portal experience.
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Show typing speed and document production skills, including advanced Word formatting like TOAs and styles.
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Quantify your support load, such as three attorneys with full calendar, intake, and billing responsibility.
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Mention a notary commission and any legal assistant or paralegal coursework; both add immediate value to small firms.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Receptionist / Office Assistant
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Legal Assistant
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Senior Legal Assistant
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Paralegal
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Office Administrator
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