Insurance Defense Legal Assistant

About Us:

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 West Palm Beach office of Kubicki Draper, is currently seeking an Insurance Defense Legal Assistant with 3+ years’ experience, to support a partner. Possible hybrid schedule after 90 days.

Qualifications:

Prior Bodily Injury and Insurance Defense experience is a plus.

Must have prior experience managing attorney calendars/scheduling, and drafting legal documents including standardized letters, pleadings and reports.

Must have working knowledge of Florida court procedures and be familiar with e-service and e-filing.

Experience drafting subpoenas and applicable filings is a plus.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Prepare enclosure documents and packages for mail, messenger and overnight delivery; ensure that all attachments, exhibits and enclosures are intact

Prepare, file, and serve legal documents electronically or in hard copy in accordance with the applicable civil rules and local rules

Assist with client billing, as well as invoice payment in cooperation with the billing attorney

Must be competent & proficient in the use of Word, Excel and Adobe

Candidate should have excellent communication skills, manage deadlines, ability to follow up on items and be detail oriented.

Must be goal oriented.

Ability to work in a fast paced evolving environment as part of a team

What we offer, the KD difference: