Corporate & Tax Legal Assistant

Lee Hecht Harrison

Tampa, FL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$45,000–$68,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Attorney, Billing, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Corporate Tax, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Document Management, Editing, Expense Reports, Legal, Legal Support Skills, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Tracking, Reimbursement, Spreadsheets, Tax Accounting, Team Player, Time Management, Time Management Software, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Tampa, FL
POSTED
30+ days ago

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a well-regarded, collaborative law firm who is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support attorneys within its Corporate and Tax practice. This position plays a key role in ensuring the day-to-day operations of the group run smoothly, while delivering high-quality work product and a strong level of client service. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate and manage attorneys' daily schedules, including meetings, travel, and deadlines

  • Draft, revise, and finalize legal documents with a strong focus on accuracy and presentation

  • Maintain calendars and ensure all time-sensitive matters are properly tracked and addressed

  • Create and update spreadsheets, logs, and internal tracking tools for client matters

  • Process expense reports, reimbursements, and related administrative items

  • Monitor project timelines and follow up to ensure deadlines are consistently met

  • Enter and review time entries in accordance with firm guidelines

  • Assist with the billing process, including reviewing prebills, editing narratives, and resolving discrepancies

  • Open new client matters, run conflict checks, and maintain organized electronic and physical files

  • Uphold strict confidentiality across all client and firm information

Qualifications:

  • At least 3 years of experience supporting transactional attorneys, ideally in a corporate-focused practice

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

  • Familiarity with document management and timekeeping systems

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail

  • Highly organized with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively

  • Professional, adaptable, and service-oriented approach

Preferred:

  • Prior billing experience, including exposure to e-billing platforms

  • Experience working in a law firm environment

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Schedule & Benefits:

  • Monday - Friday, standard business hours

  • Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and disability coverage

  • Retirement plan with employer contribution

  • Generous paid time off package

Pay Details: $45,000.00 to $68,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Lauren Robertson

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
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About the Company

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Lee Hecht Harrison