Legal Administrative Assistant - Real Estate

Shumaker is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to support our Real Estate, Construction & Development team. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in real estate law, including but not limited to, commercial real estate, construction & development, pre- and post-closing, land use, and litigation.

This full-time position will work in-person at our Tampa, Florida office.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, proofread and format various documents as requested by the attorneys and/or paralegals
• Assist with legal research related to property records, zoning laws, land use regulations, etc.
• Apply various procedural guidelines for differing jurisdictions
• Maintain and update client files, case documents, and transaction records
• Provide general administrative support to attorneys and paralegals, including answering phones, managing correspondence, and scheduling meetings
• Communicate professionally with clients and colleagues
• Handle confidential information with discretion
• Manage multiple deadline-sensitive priorities

Required Qualifications

• At least 5 years of real estate legal administrative assistant experience
• High School Diploma or higher

About the Firm

We’re not just another law firm—we’re something different. At Shumaker, our professional staff are the backbone of our success, providing the essential support that enables our firm to thrive. From operations and finance to marketing and technology, our team members enjoy a collaborative, people-first culture where their contributions truly make an impact. As one of the 200 largest law firms in the United States, we’re looking for talented professionals who want to grow their careers and be part of a firm that values dedication, teamwork, and innovation.

FLSA Status

Hourly Non-Exempt

Physical Requirements

• Frequent sitting and standing, with static posture for up to 30 minutes at a time.
• Bending and stooping occasionally, up to 30 minutes per day.
• Lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds occasionally, up to one hour per day.

Notice to recruiters: We are not accepting outside recruiter applications for this position.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person