Insurance Defense Legal Assistant Jobs Tampa - DL Group
Overview
You will own case support for a high-volume insurance defense practice in Tampa, handling first-party property and bodily injury cases from intake to resolution. Working alongside a team of senior attorneys, you will drive document preparation, discovery, and e-filing with 3+ years of Florida defense experience. This hybrid role offers two days remote each week and includes full benefits, with 401k matching and 100% covered health insurance. Unlike standard paralegal roles, your work will focus on legal assistant duties with a clear path to promotion.
What You'll Do7
- 1Draft pleadings, motions, and correspondence for first-party property and bodily injury cases in Florida.
- 2Send and track discovery requests, ensuring responses meet deadlines and court rules.
- 3E-file documents in Florida state courts and manage service of process.
- 4Schedule depositions, hearings, and mediations, coordinating with attorneys and clients.
- 5Prepare and serve subpoenas, ensuring compliance with Florida law.
- 6Calendar all deadlines and appearances, proactively flagging conflicts.
- 7Manage case files, organize evidence, and maintain accurate records.
Requirements7
- 13+ years as a Legal Assistant in Florida insurance defense, specifically First Party Property or Bodily Injury.
- 2Experience with e-filing systems in Florida courts.
- 3Ability to draft pleadings and motions independently.
- 4Strong knowledge of discovery procedures and calendaring.
- 5Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management software.
- 6Detail-oriented and organized, capable of multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.
- 7Hybrid remote work requires reliable internet and self-discipline.
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$62 - $72k per year
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