Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

A well-established law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a fast-paced insurance defense and general liability practice. This is a temporary-to-hire opportunity for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys.
• Draft and prepare correspondence, pleadings, motions, discovery, reports, and other legal documents.
• Assist with electronic filing and filings in Florida State and Federal Courts.
• Manage calendars, including trial and discovery deadlines.
• Assist with trial preparation, scheduling, and case organization.
• Monitor case files and escalate issues requiring attorney attention.
• Handle incoming calls and provide general administrative support.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of legal assistant experience supporting litigators, preferably in civil defense.
• Insurance defense and general liability experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with Florida State and Federal Court E-Filing.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Dictation experience preferred.
• Excellent drafting, communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and manage a high-volume workload.

Benefits offered on assignment:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision

If you're interested in this temp-to-hire opportunity in Pensacola, FL , apply today! We'd love to hear from you.

Pay Details: $24.00 to $26.00 per year

Search managed by: Richard Harley

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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