Legal Assistant

Moyer Law Group, a boutique construction litigation defense firm located in downtown St. Petersburg, Florida, is actively seeking a full-time Legal Assistant. We enthusiastically welcome candidates with experience in civil litigation, but are also open to considering applicants without prior experience. Candidates should possess proficient computer skills and demonstrate a positive, proactive attitude toward learning. Our Legal Assistants operate independently in a nurturing, dynamic, small-office environment. In this role, you will be responsible for managing intricate and specialized support tasks tailored to the needs of construction litigation and commercial litigation attorneys.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing support by drafting and formatting general correspondence and legal documents (such as pleadings, discovery, notices, subpoenas, electronic filings, etc.), and submitting them for review, revision, proofreading, assembly, and distribution as needed.

Reviewing and directing incoming correspondence and court filings.

Developing and managing well-organized electronic client files, resource materials, and administrative documents, including document saving and scanning.

Compiling binders for cases and hearings.

Proactively scheduling and confirming appointments, hearings, and depositions.

Inputting time for timekeepers, assisting in vendor coordination, and reviewing billing statements.

Handling incoming phone calls, welcoming clients with professionalism and superior customer service.

Arranging travel plans.

Conducting conflict checks.

Performing additional duties as assigned.

Required skills:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Ability to thrive under pressure.

Strong time management skills and the capability to manage multiple tasks accurately and efficiently.

We offer our full-time employees a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including a competitive base salary, a generous bonus structure, medical insurance, flexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA), short-term disability insurance, basic life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off (PTO), and nine paid holidays.

Office hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This role requires all work to be conducted on-site during regular business hours; remote work options are not available. Only applicants residing in the Tampa Bay area will be considered.

Moyer Law Group is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer.