Insurance Defense Legal Assistant – FL

Bressler, Amery & Ross, P.C.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with firm contribution

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Orlando is seeking a Legal Assistant for its Florida Insurance Defense Practice Group. This role involves assisting with case preparations, organizing documents, and interacting with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of legal assistant experience in insurance litigation, excellent communication skills, and is proficient with Microsoft Office. Competitive compensation and a supportive work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ current legal assistant experience in insurance litigation.
• Experience with insurance defense/first party property claims.
• E-filing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in reviewing and analyzing cases for trial litigation.
• Organizing case files and documents.
• Case tracking and calendaring.

Skills

Legal assistant experience in insurance litigation

E-filing

Excellent communication skills

Strong proofreading and organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Team player

Education

5 years of current legal assistant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Bressler, Amery & Ross, a dynamic and rapidly growing law firm with a national practice, seeks a Legal Assistant for its’ Florida Insurance Defense Practice Group. A majority of the focus is upon all areas of first-party coverage, including windstorm, fire, theft, water damage, sinkhole, and “collapse claims.”

Primary tasks include:

• Assisting in reviewing and analyzing cases to determine their readiness for trial litigation;
• Organizing case files and documents;
• Case tracking and calendaring;
• Scheduling time sensitive trial hearings, mediations, arbitrations, etc.
• Drafting basis pleadings including notices and subpoenas;
• E-filing;
• Interacting with firm personnel, third-party witnesses, experts and outside counsel;
• Preparing standard form responses;
• Access case law to be submitted to the court;
• Supporting other projects as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Education:

• Minimum of 5 years’ current legal assistant experience in insurance litigation.
• Experience with insurance defense/first party property claims.
• E-filing experience preferred.
• Strong proofreading and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook; and document management system.
• Able to manage multiple tasks.
• Team player; provide back-up support when available and as needed.

Why Bressler Amery & Ross?

• Meaningful Work: Engage in challenging and impactful work at the forefront of insurance law.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a supportive team of dedicated professionals.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with firm contribution, and generous paid time off.
• Work-Life Balance: We believe in fostering a healthy work-life balance for our employees.

Salary Commensurate With Experience And Qualifications.

If you are a highly organized, proactive, and dedicated and talented legal assistant looking to advance your career with a reputable and growing firm, we encourage you to apply!

Join Bressler Amery & Ross and become part of a firm that values your talent and invests in your success.

To Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this opportunity to [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veteran.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal and Administrative

• Industries

  Law Practice

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