What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Kubicki Draper?
Established in 1963, Kubicki Draper is a beacon of legal expertise, offering trial, appellate, coverage, commercial, and real estate transaction services. With a remarkable team of 200 attorneys across 12 vibrant offices, we've been the go-to firm in Florida and beyond - reaching the heart of Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi.
Why Choose Kubicki Draper?
- Diversity in Leadership: We are proud to be 36% minority-owned, with over 73% of our attorneys from diverse backgrounds. Notably, 62% of our firm's shareholders are also from minority groups.
- Opportunity for Growth: We're on a growth sprint and want you to grow with us! Enjoy rapid career progression, hands-on experience, and ample learning opportunities.
- Work-Life Balance: We value you - not just as an employee but as an individual. Enjoy proper work-life balance with us.
The Jacksonville office of Kubicki Draper, is currently seeking an Insurance Defense Legal Assistant with 2 years of experience.
- Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Must be competent & proficient in the use of Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint & Excel
- Candidate should have excellent communication skills, ability to follow-up on items and be detail oriented.
- Manage attorney calendars/scheduling, capturing attorney time and drafting legal documents including standardized letters, pleadings and reports.
- Must be task oriented.
- Ability to work in a fast paced evolving environment
- Prior Insurance Defense General Liability and Personal Injury experience preferred.
- Must have prior experience managing attorney calendars/scheduling, capturing attorney time and drafting legal documents including standardized letters and the framework for pleadings and reports.
- Must have working knowledge of Florida Court procedures and be familiar with e-Service and e-Filing.
The KD difference:
- A strong and diverse culture, true work-life balance with a fast track to career growth and development
- Full suite of benefits including, PTO, medical insurance, 401k (with match)
- Diversity - 53% of Kubicki Draper’s attorneys are female. Almost half of our shareholders and executive leadership are also female and with minority representation.
- More than 25% of our staff has been with the firm over 10 years.
- Come grow, learn and evolve with us! No phone calls or recruiters please.
