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AppleOne Employment Services

Legal Assistant

AppleOne Employment Services, Tampa, Florida, us, 33646

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Overview

About the Role: A well-established law firm in Tampa is seeking a skilled Creditors' Rights Legal Assistant with a strong background in legal administrative support and court procedures. This is a direct hire opportunity for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced, professional legal environment and have experience supporting multiple attorneys. Base pay

$70,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr Salary Range: $70,000 – $80,000 annually Schedule: Full-time, standard business hours Key Responsibilities

File pleadings in Federal and Bankruptcy Courts using various court filing systems Draft, proofread, and manage legal documents and correspondence Coordinate with firm-wide departments for case opening, conflict checks, billing, records, and training Track attorney and client expenses; process reimbursements and payments using legal software Assist attorneys with client billing, including entering narratives, tracking billable tasks, editing, and delivering invoices Schedule court hearings and client appointments according to court and attorney requirements Calculate legal deadlines based on court rules Manage both electronic and paper case files Handle incoming/outgoing mail, emails, and phone calls Deliver exceptional client service and maintain high-quality standards Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of law firm experience, preferably in Creditors' Rights Proven ability to support multiple attorneys Strong knowledge of Rules of Procedure and court filing systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills Highly organized with attention to detail Proficient in legal billing and expense tracking software Why Apply?

Direct hire with long-term career potential Work with a respected legal team in Tampa Opportunity to contribute to high-impact legal cases

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