Insurance Defense Paralegal

Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

HSA

Birthday benefit

Firm holidays

PTO

401(k) company match

Job summary

Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal to support an expanding trial team in Tampa, FL. The role manages complex litigation files from inception through trial, including medical record reviews, expert witness coordination, discovery responses, and court filings.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate with at least 3 years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense, and strong Florida and Federal Rules

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Paralegal certificate or equivalent field experience.
• Minimum 3 years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably insurance defense.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex litigation files from intake through trial preparation.
• Summarize medical records, deposition transcripts, court filings, and third-party records.
• Perform targeted legal research using case law, statutes, public records, and legal databases.

Skills

Legal research

Time-entry systems

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Legal billing software

Document management systems

Job description

The Opportunity

A premier civil litigation defense firm is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal to support its expanding trial team. This critical role manages complex litigation files from inception through trial, taking ownership of comprehensive medical record reviews, expert witness coordination, legal research, discovery responses, and court filings. Designed for a proactive, deadline-driven legal professional, this opportunity provides a collaborative platform to handle high-level litigation responsibilities alongside experienced trial attorneys.

About the Company

Our client is a prominent, well-established law firm dedicated to defense litigation across insurance defense and medical liability sectors. Recognized for maintaining high standards of legal practice, the firm fosters a supportive, team-oriented work environment that values technical mastery, rigorous organization, and individual career advancement.

Location

This full-time position is based on-site in Tampa, Florida. It is perfectly situated for paralegal professionals based in the Tampa Metro Area seeking a fast-paced and rewarding legal career.

What You Will Do

• Manage complex litigation files from initial case intake through trial preparation.
• Summarize medical records, deposition transcripts, court filings, and third-party records.
• Perform targeted legal research using case law, statutes, public records, and legal databases.
• Maintain litigation calendars and rigorously track court-ordered deadlines.
• Coordinate communications between attorneys, experts, witnesses, opposing counsel, and court staff.
• Draft and process discovery requests, document productions, subpoenas, pleadings, and motions.
• Organize trial exhibits, witness binders, and supporting legal documentation for court proceedings.
• Record billable time contemporaneously using legal billing software.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree, Paralegal Certificate, or equivalent field experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably within insurance defense.
• Proven experience handling cases through all phases of litigation up to and including trial.
• In-depth knowledge of Florida and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Demonstrated proficiency with legal research tools, document management, and time-entry systems.
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) are advantageous.

Ideal Candidate Profile

A meticulous, detail-oriented legal professional with exceptional multitasking abilities and strong legal writing skills. Demonstrates high accountability, excellent research competencies, and the confidence to manage critical trial deadlines independently within a collaborative team structure.

Flexibility & Work-Life Integration

• Work Structure: On-site full-time role.
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
• Environment: Professional, deadline-driven, and supportive legal team environment.

Why Join the Team?

This organization prides itself on investing in its support staff, providing the resources and autonomy needed for professional excellence.

• Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage; a Health Savings Account (HSA); a paid birthday benefit and firm holidays; generous PTO; and a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.