What are the responsibilities and job description for the Insurance Defense Legal Assistant position at Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search?
Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search seeks an experienced Insurance Defense Legal Assistant for our growing Miami, Florida practice. Candidates must be highly motivated with no less than four (4) years of experience in Florida Civil Litigation and Trial Practice. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who can work independently and reliably with a busy caseload. You’ll work with friendly, collegial attorneys and staff, in a family environment.
Legal Assistant Responsibilities:
- E-filing/e-courtesy in both State and Federal Courts.
- Supporting a minimum of two attorneys
- Preparing cases for trial (compiling exhibits, complying with trial orders, etc.)
- Reviewing documents for time sensitive information.
- Calendaring, maintaining electronic tickler system.
- Managing deadlines, profiling documents, file maintenance/organization.
- Scheduling client meetings, depositions; hearings; CMEs and mediations.
- Billing attorney’s time.
Legal Assistant Qualification:
- High School Diploma/GED or higher education.
- Minimum 4 years of third-party insurance defense experience.
- Minimum 4 years trial experience/FL civil litigation experience.
- Knowledge of PracticeMaster and NetDocuments is a plus
- Microsoft Office, Outlook Calendaring, and ECF Filing (State with Federal a plus)
- Experience working with carrier guidelines, carrier reporting/vendor requirements.
- Must be able to work in a high-volume caseload atmosphere.
- Must have excellent oral and communication skills.
- Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment
- Excellent organization skills, critical thinking skills and able to multi-task.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, STD
- Life Insurance, 401K Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Competitive Salary