Community Associations Admin / Legal Assistant

The Company

Bush Ross is a full service large local law firm located on Tampa’s picturesque Riverwalk. We were founded on the principle that clients want caring, insightful, ethical, problem solvers who bring value to their business. We are committed to providing a “client-first” culture that emphasizes the care and concern for clients and extends to how we support our employees.

The Position

We are seeking a detailed-oriented Legal Admin/Legal Assistant or Paralegal to add to our growing Community Associations team. Successful candidates will have excellent communication and time management skills, as well as the ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. 

Why Bush Ross?

We foster a modern, business-professional environment where employees are valued and supported.  In addition to competitive compensation, we are proud to offer our employees:

      • Comprehensive benefits packages

      • Generous paid time-off

      • 401k plan with profit sharing

      • Free parking

Essential responsibilities of the position will include:

      • Communicate with attorneys, clients, vendors, and courts regarding assigned cases or projects

      • Schedule and prepare legal documents for meetings, hearings, mediations and lien foreclosures, etc.

      • Prepare and file legal documents via the e-Portal system in accordance with judicial procedures for both state and federal 

      • File legal documents via simplifile

      • Maintain and update various online websites in accordance with notification requirements

      • Compile documents to create record on appeal/appendix

      • Other administrative duties as assigned

Ideal candidates for this position will possess the following qualifications:

      •  Experience preparing legal documents 

      • Ability to perform mathematical calculations and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

      • Excellent oral and written communication skills
     • Enjoy working in a detailed oriented, collaborative environment

      • Technical skills to include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Kofax, and Outlook

      • Commitment to providing consistent high-quality work product
     • Organizational skills
     • Familiarity with governmental e-filings and document management systems 

      • Experienced in document/case management programs, and time/billing software
     • An interest in marketing