Job Description
CareersUSA, a leader in the staffing industry with over 39 years of experience, has another job opportunity for you:
Our Client is seeking a Legal Assistant in Tampa, FL.
Earn $42,000 to $48,000 per year at this is full-time, permanent position. Work 40 plus hours per week, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Job Description:
• Heavy scheduling – 50% to 60%
• Organize cases by establishing and organizing files
• Establish calendars
• Expedite requirements and deadlines; document actions
• Schedule depositions
• Prepare and forward summonses and subpoenas
• Prepare and file discovery requests
• Prepare responses to opposing counsel's scheduling requests
• Coordinate hearing and depositions and processing of pleadings and correspondence and use of the e-filing portal
• Prepare exhibits and correspondence
• Schedule mediation conferences and hearings
• Draft pleadings
• Monitor and obtain discovery responses from opposing counsel
• Initiate and maintain contact with adjusters and opposing counsel
• Helps clients by initiating and maintaining contact
• Prepare clients to answer discovery and keep clients informed of case status
• Accomplish law firm mission by completing other duties as needed
Job Requirements
Requirements:
• Must have  a minimum of 3 years' experience as a Legal Assistant
• Must have a minimum of 3 years' experience in Litigation
• Must have a minimum of 3 years' experience in Insurance Defense
• PIP Insurance or First Party experience needed
• Citizen’s acuity program experience - a plus
• Working knowledge of all Microsoft Office products
• Working knowledge of legal administration
• Working knowledge of Case Management software experience a plus (Time Matters & Juris Suite a plus)
• Must have organizational skills
• Must have time management and planning skills
• Must have verbal and written communication skills
• Must have strong computer proficiency
• Must be detail oriented
• Must be dependable
• Able to keep cases and client matters confidential
Health Benefits:
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
Contact Information:
• CareersUSA - National Accounts
• Ph: [ Phone number blocked ] ext. 237 or [ Phone number blocked ]
• Ph: 888-925-HIRE (4473)
• Fx: [ Phone number blocked ]
• E-mail: [ Link Removed ]
* Must have a minimum of 3 years' experience as a Legal Assistant * Must have a minimum of 3 years' experience in Litigation * Must have a minimum of 3 years' experience in Insurance Defense * PIP Insurance or First Party experience needed * Citizen's acuity program experience - a plus * Working knowledge of all Microsoft Office products * Working knowledge of legal administration * Working knowledge of Case Management software experience a plus (Time Matters & Juris Suite a plus) * Must have organizational skills * Must have time management and planning skills * Must have verbal and written communication skills * Must have strong computer proficiency * Must be detail oriented * Must be dependable * Able to keep cases and client matters confidential At least 3 years experience. $42000-$48000 per YEAR Employment Type: Full-Time