Legal Assistant – Tampa, FL

Mintzer Sarowitz Zeris & Willis, PLLC, an Insurance defense firm seeks a dynamic legal assistant with 4 plus years’ experience in Florida litigation.  Experience in complex litigation is a plus.  Position supports multiple attorneys.  Ideal candidate must be highly organized and attentive to detail with ability to effectively organize and prioritize workload.  Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage large volumes of documents.  Strong communication and secretarial skills, including typing, transcription, proofreading, and calendaring are a must.   

Prior experience working with case management programs such as Prolaw is required.  Primary responsibilities include general attorney support, electronic filing of pleadings and documents with the Courts, reviewing documents for time sensitive information, calendaring, maintaining electronic tickler system, managing deadlines, profiling documents, file maintenance/organization as well as other duties as may be assigned.  This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary and benefits package.  Qualified candidates only. 

Send cover letter (please indicate you are applying to the Tampa office) and resume to Angel Padilla at apadilla@defensecounsel.com.