Insurance Defense Legal Assistant — Tampa

EverStaff, LLC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

EverStaff, LLC in Tampa, FL is hiring a Legal Assistant on a direct-hire basis to support attorneys in an insurance defense practice. You will transcribe, summarize depositions and medical records, and manage case files while coordinating schedules and travel for hearings and meetings.

The role requires 2–5 years of experience, familiarity with Florida Rules of Civil Procedure and related Federal/Local Rules, and strong organizational, transcription, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant in an insurance defense practice.
• Familiarity with the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure, as well as Federal and Local Rules of the Middle District.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in legal transcription, scheduling, and document management.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to attorneys, including transcribing legal correspondence, deposition summaries, and medical record summaries.
• Coordinate and confirm deposition schedules, meetings, and travel arrangements as needed.
• Communicate case details to clients as instructed by attorneys (without providing legal advice).
• Maintain case files, track deadlines, and manage legal documentation.
• Perform clerical duties such as faxing, photocopying, mailing, and filing.
• Research and retrieve case-related information in client files and legal databases.
• Assist with file openings and case organization.
• Ensure a professional office environment and positive representation of the firm.

Skills

Legal transcription

Scheduling

Document management

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Job description

EverStaff, LLC in Tampa, FL is hiring a Legal Assistant on a direct-hire basis to support attorneys in an insurance defense practice. You will transcribe, summarize depositions and medical records, and manage case files while coordinating schedules and travel for hearings and meetings.

The role requires 2–5 years of experience, familiarity with Florida Rules of Civil Procedure and related Federal/Local Rules, and strong organizational, transcription, and communication skills.