About Us: Reynolds Parrino Shadwick P.A., an AV-rated insurance defense firm based in St. Petersburg, FL, is renowned for its commitment to excellence in legal representation. We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Personal Injury Insurance Defense Legal Assistant with at least 5 years of experience, preferably in handling complex multi-party litigation, to join our team. Job Summary: The Personal Injury Insurance Defense Legal Assistant will support our attorneys by managing client interactions, coordinating schedules, and handling a variety of legal documentation tasks. This role is crucial to ensuring smooth operations within our firm and the effective management of case proceedings. Key Responsibilities:
- Client and Party Engagement: Communicate daily with clients, attorneys, judges, judicial assistants, and other parties via phone and email.
- Scheduling and Coordination: Arrange and manage hearings, mediations, depositions, phone conferences, and meetings. Coordinate with internal and external parties to maintain efficient schedules.
- Calendar Management: Maintain and manage calendars for multiple attorneys within the firm, ensuring all deadlines and appointments are met.
- Document Preparation: Draft and prepare legal documents, including notices and other required paperwork.
- E-Service and E-Filing: Handle the e-service and e-filing of legal documents, ensuring compliance with court requirements.
- Case Management Software: Utilize electronic case management software to organize and track case information effectively.
Skills:
- Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
- Organizational Abilities: Excellent time management and task prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment.
- Independence: Capable of working independently with a high level of organization and attention to detail.
- Professionalism: Demonstrated professionalism and integrity in all tasks.
Qualifications & Details:
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required
- Compensation: Salary based on experience.
- Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Work Environment: On-site position; remote work is not an option.
- Benefits: Competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.