Insurance Defense Paralegals

Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Premier civil litigation defense firm in Tampa, Florida seeks a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal to support its expanding trial team. This full-time, on-site role handles complex files from intake through trial, including medical records reviews, expert coordination, research, discovery, and court filings.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate, 3+ years in litigation, and strong knowledge of Florida/Federal rules and e-filing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, Paralegal Certificate, or equivalent field experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably in defense.
• Experience handling cases through all phases of litigation up to trial.
• Knowledge of Florida and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure; e-filing proficiency.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex litigation files from intake through trial preparation.
• Summarize medical records, transcripts, and court filings.
• Conduct targeted legal research using case law and public records.
• Maintain litigation calendars and deadlines.
• Coordinate with attorneys, experts, witnesses, opposing counsel, and court staff.
• Draft and process discovery requests and motions.
• Organize trial exhibits and supporting documents.
• Record billable time accurately in billing software.

Skills

Legal research

Time management

Multitasking

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Legal billing software

Case management systems

E-filing systems

Document management

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 and court e-filing systems.
• 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.