Senior Insurance Defense Paralegal — Complex Litigation

Hall Booth Smith, P.C; Tampa, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

paid parking

health, dental and vision insurance

employee assistance program

flexible spending or health savings账户

PTO (paid time off)

quarterly gym reimbursement

401(k) match

Job summary

The Tampa, Florida office of Hall Booth Smith, PC is seeking an experienced litigation paralegal to support complex insurance defense matters, including medical malpractice defense experience welcomed.

Candidates will have 3+ years of experience, strong written and verbal communication, knowledge of Federal and State rules, and the ability to manage discovery, draft pleadings, subpoenas, and trial support in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of complex insurance defense litigation experience.
• Knowledge of Federal and State Rules.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of legal language and principles; research methods.
• Experience with court pleadings and processes; attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines; strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in complex state and federal cases from pleadings to trial.
• Perform initial case assessments and document discovery planning.
• Draft pleadings, scheduling orders, and motions for state and federal court.
• Draft discovery requests/responses and prepare privilege logs.
• Interpret and summarize medical records and bills; prepare subpoenas.
• Communicate with experts, adjusters, witnesses, clients, and opposing counsel.
• Schedule meetings, depositions, and mediations; assist with trial prep.

Skills

Litigation support

3+ years experience

Insurance defense

Legal research

Time management

Strong communication

Job description

The Tampa, Florida office of Hall Booth Smith, PC is seeking an experienced litigation paralegal to support complex insurance defense matters, including medical malpractice defense experience welcomed.

Candidates will have 3+ years of experience, strong written and verbal communication, knowledge of Federal and State rules, and the ability to manage discovery, draft pleadings, subpoenas, and trial support in a fast-paced environment.