About the Firm
Turkel Cuva Barrios Guerra is a premier litigation boutique with a national presence, headquartered in Tampa, Florida. The firm handles high-stakes matters across multiple practice areas including business litigation, admiralty and maritime law, sports and entertainment, reputation and privacy, intellectual property, financial services litigation, and more. Recognized among Florida Legal Elite, Super Lawyers, and Best Lawyers, TCBG has earned trial victories in state and federal courts nationwide against some of the largest law firms in the country. The firm is collegial, fast-paced, and growing.
Position Overview
Turkel Cuva Barrios Guerra is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to provide direct support to its attorneys across a broad range of active litigation matters. This is an on-site, full-time position for a detail-oriented professional who brings substantive litigation support experience, sound judgment, and the ability to manage an active docket with precision. The successful candidate will work closely with attorneys at all levels of the firm and serve as a critical operational resource for case management, court filings, and trial preparation.
What You'll Do
• Prepare, format, revise, and finalize documents including pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and correspondence with courts and opposing counsel
• Manage electronic and physical filing in state and federal courts, including e-filing through CM/ECF and Florida state court portals
• Maintain and track litigation deadlines, court calendars, and scheduling orders, coordinating with attorneys to ensure timely filings and appearances
• Organize and maintain case files, ensuring materials are accurate, current, and readily accessible
• Handle administrative tasks including processing expense reports, managing attorney time entries, scheduling depositions and hearings, and coordinating travel arrangements
• Coordinate with court reporters, process servers, expert witnesses, and other litigation vendors
• Support trial preparation, including assembling trial binders, exhibit lists, witness files, and logistics coordination
• Assist with preparation of materials for hearings and mediations
• Collaborate with attorneys and firm staff to ensure seamless support across active matters
• Anticipate attorney needs and proactively manage workflow to keep cases moving forward efficiently
What You'll Bring
• 3+ years of litigation support experience in a law firm environment
• A service-oriented mindset and professional, collegial approach to working with attorneys and staff
• Hands-on experience with state and federal court filing procedures, including e-filing via CM/ECF and the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel; familiarity with Adobe Acrobat and document management systems
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational discipline, and ability to manage competing deadlines without losing accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including professional correspondence with courts, clients, and opposing counsel
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in a demanding, fast-moving litigation environment
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Bonus potential
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter directly to the firm at bbarrios@tcb-law.com. We review every application. To learn more about our practice and our team, visit tcb-law.com.