Join Our Team at Hightower & Partners – Tampa!
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant to join our dynamic Defense team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy supporting experienced associates with high-volume caseloads, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
Assist with trial preparation and case management with Litify through Salesforce.Manage attorney calendars, schedule hearings and depositions (including expert depositions), and draft subpoena duces tecum.Retrieve records via Notice of Production from Non-Party and Subpoena.Prepare and review correspondence to counsel and judicial officers.Perform e-filing.Billable hour tracking through Sage Timeslips.Support other standard legal assistant duties as needed including administrative taskPreferred Qualifications:
Experience with billable hours preferred.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.A self-starter with the ability to multitask effectively in a high-volume environment.This is a full-time, in-office opportunity based in Tampa.
Join a team dedicated to excellence in defense litigation and take the next step in your legal career.
Read LessBodily Injury Associate Attorney (1–3 Years Experience)
Tampa, Florida (Onsite)
Must be Florida-barred and reside in or near the Tampa area.
An AV-rated insurance defense law firm is seeking a motivated Bodily Injury Associate Attorney with 1–3 years of litigation experience to join our Tampa office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to gain hands-on litigation experience while working alongside experienced trial attorneys in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of bodily injury defense matters from inception through resolution.Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and reports to insurance carriers.Conduct legal research and analysis using Westlaw and other legal resources.Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.Attend hearings, mediations, and court conferences.Develop litigation strategy and provide case evaluations and recommendations.Communicate effectively with clients, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and the court.Qualifications
Active membership in good standing with The Florida Bar.1–3 years of litigation experience; insurance defense and bodily injury experience preferred.Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.Experience handling discovery and drafting substantive motions.Excellent organizational, communication, and case management abilities.Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team-oriented practice group.What We Offer
Competitive compensation based on experience.Comprehensive benefits package.Mentorship from experienced litigators.Professional development and advancement opportunities.Supportive and collegial work environment.If you are looking to build your litigation career with a respected and growing insurance defense firm, we encourage you to apply.
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