Why Join Johnson Pope?
At Johnson Pope, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and professional environment where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a difference. As one of Florida’s leading regional law firms, we offer our team members the opportunity to work alongside some of the most respected attorneys in the state, in a firm that supports a strong team environment and actively builds community within the organization.
Paralegal | Corporate
Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP is seeking a full-time Corporate Paralegal. The successful candidate will provide legal support and paralegal services on a wide range of corporate matters, including corporate governance, business transactions, and, ideally, SEC compliance. Experience in Real Estate and/or Estate Planning is a plus but not required.
Position Overview:
This position involves working with attorneys on moderate to complex corporate legal matters and supporting special projects. The role requires discretion, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a large volume of entity formations, state corporate filings (primarily in Florida, but other jurisdictions as well), lien and litigation searches and related documentation and agreements.
- Prepare and maintain documents related to corporate governance, including resolutions, meeting minutes, and maintenance of corporate records.
- Review and analysis of due diligence materials and preparation of disclosure schedules.
- Support attorneys with legal documentation for business transactions and related matters.
- Manage and maintain corporate records and databases for partnerships, LLCs, and other entities.
- Arrange filings and service of documents with federal and state courts, government agencies, and other relevant parties in connection with corporate transactions.
- Assist with the preparation and organization of client materials and attorney work product using computer-based tools (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Stay informed on state filing requirements and deadlines for business entities.
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to quickly learn other programs. Experience in iManage and Aderant is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills.
- Attention to detail with strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Client service-oriented with the ability to effectively communicate with clients and team members.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize tasks, and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
- Ability to work extra hours as needed.
- Self-motivated with a positive attitude.
Educational/Job Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a law firm setting is preferred, with a focus on Corporate law.
- Experience with E-Filing in Florida State and Federal courts is required.
- Experience with Real Estate and Estate Planning practice areas a plus.
- Experience with SEC compliance and filings is a plus.
Office Location: Tampa | St. Petersburg | Clearwater
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Firm.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, ancestry, pregnancy, familial status, actual or perceived status as a victim of domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking, or any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws, including applicable laws in Florida. We also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Legal Administrative Assistant │ Litigation
Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP is seeking a full-time Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) for our Clearwater office. The Candidate must have a minimum of three (3) years of Litigation experience in a law firm setting. The LAA will perform a wide variety of legal administrative duties and provide comprehensive and efficient administrative and secretarial support.
Position Overview:
Candidates must be able to efficiently and accurately manage the administrative responsibilities associated with complex litigation in various forums including, but not limited to, federal and state court and arbitration, while also ensuring smooth operations and effective coordination of tasks across the team. The LAA will play a key role in assisting with discovery and document management, hearing and trial preparation, e-filing, scheduling, and maintaining organized workflows for the Firm’s litigation team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare, proofread, and edit legal documents and correspondence for accuracy, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, format, and content.
- Calendar management, including scheduling court appearances, depositions, meetings, and hearings.
- E-file documents with federal and Florida state courts.
- Assist attorneys with preparation for hearings and other litigation-related events, including ensuring that all materials are timely submitted in accordance with the court’s specific preferences.
- Manage client and discovery-related documents, including organizing client materials and work product within our document management system.
- Enter attorney’s time for client billing.
- Review and edit pre-bills, ensuring they are ready for attorneys’ review and approval.
- Submit new business intake and conflicts checks and opening/closing of client matters.
- Answer telephone calls and routine questions from clients and team members, and/or routing calls to appropriate staff.
- Perform administrative duties such as client file management, general correspondence, expense reports, CLE tracking, check requests, and other administrative tasks.
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to quickly learn other programs. Experience in iManage and Aderant is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills.
- Attention to detail with strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Client service-oriented with the ability to effectively communicate with clients and team members.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize tasks, and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
- Ability to work extra hours as needed.
- Self-motivated with a willingness to learn.
Educational/Job Experience Requirements:
- High school diploma from an accredited institution.
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience with federal and state litigation in a law firm setting is required.
- Experience with employment law or employment-related litigation is preferred.
Office Location: Clearwater, FL
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Firm.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, ancestry, pregnancy, familial status, actual or perceived status as a victim of domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking, or any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws, including applicable laws in Florida. We also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Paralegal | Trusts and Estates/Probate
Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP is seeking a full-time, experienced Trusts and Estates Paralegal to join our Clearwater office. This is an excellent opportunity to bring your probate expertise to a firm that values precision, professionalism, and exceptional client service. We are looking for a seasoned paralegal with a minimum of five (5) years of demonstrated experience in a law firm setting, with a strong focus on estate planning and probate administration.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- Manage the full probate and trust administration process, including drafting and filing pleadings, inventories, fiduciary accountings, and estate tax returns (Forms 706, 709, etc.).
- Assist with the preparation, organization, and maintenance of legal documents related to wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and other estate planning instruments.
- Coordinate asset collection, valuation, and distribution in estate and trust matters while maintaining accurate financial records and meeting court-mandated deadlines.
- Conduct legal research related to probate, guardianship, estate law, tax regulations, and filing requirements.
- Facilitate communication with clients, beneficiaries, accountants, and financial institutions; prepare correspondence and ensure timely court and beneficiary submissions.
- Schedule and coordinate court hearings, client meetings, document executions, and other case-related appointments.
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to quickly learn other programs. Experience in iManage and Aderant is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills.
- Attention to detail with strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Client service-oriented with the ability to effectively communicate with clients and team members.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize tasks, and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
- Self-motivated with a positive attitude
Educational/Job Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a law firm setting is preferred, with a focus on Trusts and Estates Planning.
- Experience with Probate Administration is a plus.
- Availability for overtime as needed
Office Location: Clearwater, FL
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Firm.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, ancestry, pregnancy, familial status, actual or perceived status as a victim of domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking, or any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws, including applicable laws in Florida. We also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).