Job Description

Job Description

Trenam Law is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant with 3+ years of administrative experience, specifically supporting attorneys in probate litigation and/or employment law. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate a strong desire to learn, possess advanced technical skills, and have a natural inclination toward excellent client service. This position will be based in our Tampa office.

Summary/Objective

This role enhances attorney effectiveness by providing high-level legal administrative support, contributing to the smooth operation of the Probate Litigation and Employment Law practice groups. Candidates must be highly organized, proactive, and client focused. Familiarity with contested wills, estate administration disputes, and guardianship proceedings is essential. Knowledge of employment disputes, workplace investigations, and compliance matters is strongly preferred.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and maintaining case files, including e-filing with local courts and organizing voluminous discovery
• Drafting and formatting pleadings, motions, and correspondence
• Assisting with hearing, mediation, and trial preparation
• Communicating with clients, courts, and opposing counsel in a professional and courteous manner
• Calendaring deadlines, hearings, and key case events
• Ensuring timely and accurate entry of documents and correspondence in the Firm’s document management system
• Navigating court rules and procedures relevant to probate litigation and employment law
• Participating in the Firm's conflict checks and new matter intake processes

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, able to prioritize competing demands, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively. Prior experience supporting probate litigation or employment law attorneys is strongly preferred.

Company Description

Busy law firm. Challenging assignments. Welcoming environment with a team focused approach.

Company Description

Busy law firm. Challenging assignments. Welcoming environment with a team focused approach.