Construction Litigation Legal Assistant

Kubicki Draper; Kendall (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical insurance

401(k) with matching

Hybrid schedule

Paid time off (PTO)

Wellness programs

Job summary

Kubicki Draper’s Miami office seeks a Legal Assistant with 3+ years of experience to support a growing team. Insurance defense background a plus; construction litigation experience preferred.

This role reports in person, daily, and requires strong calendar management and drafting of legal documents. Must be proficient in Word and Outlook, possess excellent communication skills, and be able to handle deadlines while supporting multiple attorneys in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil litigation and/or insurance defense.
• Proven ability to manage attorney calendars and draft legal documents.
• Familiarity with Florida court procedures, e-service, and e-filing.

Responsibilities

• Proficient use of Word, Outlook and document management systems.
• Maintain deadlines and communicate progress clearly.
• Support multiple attorneys and large team collaboration.
• Adapt to fast-paced, evolving environment as part of the team.

Skills

Civil Litigation Experience

Insurance Defense Experience

Calendar Management

Drafting Legal Documents

Communication Skills

Deadline Management

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Document management systems

Job description

Role Overview

The Miami office of Kubicki Draper, is currently seeking a Legal Assistant with 3+ years’ experience to support a growing team. Insurance defense background a plus; construction litigation experience preferred. This position reports in person, daily.

What You Bring:

• Civil Litigation and/or Insurance Defense experience.
• Must have prior experience managing attorney calendars/scheduling, and drafting legal documents including standardized letters, pleadings and reports.
• Must have working knowledge of Florida court procedures and be familiar with e-service and e-filing.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Must be competent & proficient in the use of Word, Out Look and other document management systems.
• Candidate should have excellent communication skills, manage deadlines, ability to follow up on items and be detail oriented.
• Ability to support multiple attorneys and working with a large team.
• Ability to work in a fast paced evolving environment as part of a team.

About Us

We offer competitive pay, top-tier medical insurance, 401(k) with matching, and much more.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to Grow: We’re expanding fast and offer hands-on experience, mentorship, and real career advancement.
• Work-Life Balance: We value you - not just as an employee but as an individual. Enjoy hybrid flexibility, PTO, and wellness-forward programs.
• Long-Term Value: Over 20% of our team has been with us for 10+ years. We invest in your future – at every stage.
• Inclusive Culture: We’re not just a law firm—we’re a team. One that values collaboration, supports innovation, and champions diverse perspectives. In fact, over 70% of our attorneys come from diverse backgrounds, reflecting the communities we serve.

At Kubicki Draper, we combine over 60 years of legal excellence with a modern, inclusive, and growth-oriented culture. With more than 250 attorneys across 12 offices, we are a trusted leader in trial, appellate, insurance defense, commercial, and real estate litigation.

No matter where you are in your legal journey—from your first case to your hundredth—you’ll find the support, challenge, and opportunity to succeed.