Company Description: Lake Law Firm, P.A. is a Florida based law firm with extensive experience in real estate law, including property ownership, development, and sales. The firm is highly knowledgeable about legal issues that arise in real estate transactions and is committed to guiding clients through complex matters with confidence. In addition to real estate, the firm has a strong litigation practice, representing clients in court proceedings and dispute resolution. Led by Sheila Lake, Esq., an experienced attorney licensed in Florida and the Middle District Court of Florida, the firm offers professionalism, expertise, and dedicated client service.
Role Description: The Legal Assistant will support attorneys in real estate and litigation matters in a full-time, on-site role based in St. Petersburg, FL. Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing and organizing legal documents, maintaining case files, and assisting with drafting correspondence, contracts, pleadings, and court filings. The role involves managing deadlines and calendars, coordinating with courts, clients, and opposing counsel, and helping with document review and basic legal research. The Legal Assistant will also handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, file management, and billing support to ensure smooth office operations and efficient case management.
Qualifications:
- Strong legal administrative skills, including document preparation, case file organization, and calendar management.
- Experience supporting real estate transaction (e.g., contracts, closing documents, title and escrow coordination).
- Background in litigation support, including pleadings, discovery, court filings, and trial preparation.
- Proficiency with office software and legal practice tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, legal case management or e-filing systems).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize deadlines, and work collaboratively in a small firm environment.
- Prior experience as a legal assistant, paralegal, or in a law firm setting preferred; experience in real estate or civil litigation is a plus.
- Associate’s degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent legal training preferred; relevant work experience will also be considered.
Pay: $47,800.00 – $56,100.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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