Insurance Defense Legal Assistant

Kubicki Draper; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with matching

Competitive pay

Job summary

Kubicki Draper in West Palm Beach, FL seeks an Insurance Defense Legal Assistant with 1+ years' litigation experience. The role supports attorneys with calendar management, drafting letters, pleadings, and reports in a fast-paced environment.

We offer competitive pay, top-tier medical insurance, and a 401(k) with matching, plus growth opportunities within a collaborative team at a firm with 60+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience in litigation.
• Prior personal injury experience a plus but not required.
• Must have 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.

Responsibilities

• Scheduling depositions and hearings.
• Calendaring deadlines and trial orders.
• Prepare enclosure documents and packages for mail, messenger and overnight delivery; ensure that all attachments, exhibits and enclosures are intact.
• Prepare, file, and serve legal documents electronically or in hard copy in accordance with the applicable civil rules and local rules.
• Assist with client billing, as well as invoice payment in cooperation with the billing attorney.
• Competent and proficient in Word and Adobe.
• Excellent communication skills; manage deadlines; be detail oriented.
• Must be goal oriented.
• Ability to work in a fast paced evolving environment as part of a team.

Skills

Scheduling

Calendaring

Drafting documents

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Word

Adobe

Tools

Microsoft Word

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Established in 1963, Kubicki Draper is a beacon of legal expertise, offering trial, appellate, coverage, commercial, and real estate transaction services. With a remarkable team of 200+ attorneys across 12 vibrant offices, we’ve been the go-to firm in Florida and beyond - reaching the heart of Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi.

Why Choose Kubicki Draper?

Diversity in Leadership:We are proud to be 36% minority-owned, with over 73% of our attorneys from diverse backgrounds. Notably, 62% of our firm’s shareholders are also from minority groups.

Opportunity for Growth:We’re on a growth sprint and want you to grow with us! Enjoy rapid career progression, hands‑on experience, and ample learning opportunities.

Work-Life Balance:We value you - not just as an employee but as an individual. Enjoy proper work-life balance with us.

Qualifications:

The West Palm Beach office of Kubicki Draper, is currently seeking an Insurance Defense Legal Assistant with 1+ years’ experience with experience in litigation.

Prior personal injury experience a plus but not required.

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.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Scheduling depositions and hearings;
• Calendaring deadlines and trial orders;
• Prepare enclosure documents and packages for mail, messenger and overnight delivery; ensure that all attachments, exhibits and enclosures are intact;
• Prepare, file, and serve legal documents electronically or in hard copy in accordance with the applicable civil rules and local rules;
• Assist with client billing, as well as invoice payment in cooperation with the billing attorney;
• Must be competent & proficient in the use of Word, and Adobe;
• Candidate should have excellent communication skills, manage deadlines, ability to follow up on items and be detail oriented;
• Must be goal oriented; and
• Ability to work in a fast paced evolving environment as part of a team.

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.