Insurance Defense Paralegal Opportunity at Robert Half in St. Petersburg, Florida

Robert Half is excited to partner with a rapidly growing law firm seeking a talented Insurance Defense Paralegal to join their dynamic team in St. Petersburg, Florida. This is your chance to advance your career in personal injury defense litigation, including auto accidents, trucking incidents, premises liability, product liability, professional liability, and other injury-related cases. Enjoy a hybrid work schedule, competitive salary around $60,000 plus bonus, top-tier benefits, and exclusive employee perks. If you're an experienced paralegal with a passion for insurance defense and litigation support, send your resume to Stacey Lyons via LinkedIn for immediate consideration.

About the Role

As an Insurance Defense Paralegal, you'll play a pivotal role in a high-volume, growth-oriented firm handling complex litigation matters. This position demands proficiency in Florida State and Federal rules of procedure, particularly discovery processes and expert witness management. With a focus on personal injury defense, you'll support attorneys from case inception through trial, ensuring seamless document management, client communication, and court filings. The hybrid model offers flexibility, allowing you to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining work-life balance. Ideal for paralegals with 3+ years of experience in injury-related practices, this role promises professional growth and stability in St. Petersburg's vibrant legal market.

Key Responsibilities

Your daily tasks will immerse you in the heart of insurance defense litigation:

• Prepare comprehensive pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents.
• Handle discovery by responding to requests, propounding interrogatories, and managing production.
• Issue and track subpoenas for records and witnesses.
• Create detailed medical chronologies to summarize client injuries and treatments.
• Coordinate with medical and legal experts, including retention, communication, and preparation for depositions or trials.
• Liaise with clients, insurance adjusters, and opposing counsel.
• E-file documents efficiently in Florida state and federal courts.
• Conduct thorough legal research and factual investigations using various resources.
• Assemble trial binders, organize exhibits, and prepare evidence for court.
• Maintain organized databases of documents, briefs, appendices, and case files.
• Perform ad-hoc tasks to support attorneys in a collaborative team setting.

These responsibilities ensure you're at the forefront of case strategy, contributing directly to successful defense outcomes.

Required Qualifications

To excel in this Insurance Defense Paralegal role, candidates must meet these essential criteria:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies, or a Paralegal Certificate from an accredited program.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on paralegal experience in a law firm or business, with law-related work.
• Preferred: Completion of a nationally accredited paralegal program and experience in personal injury (auto, trucking, premises), product liability, or professional liability.
• Deep knowledge of Florida rules of civil procedure, federal rules, discovery, and expert witness protocols.
• Exceptional multitasking, prioritization, and independent workload management skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication for client, expert, and court interactions.
• Strong organizational skills to handle multiple deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; Worldox experience highly preferred.

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Why Join Us

Join a firm in growth mode offering unparalleled opportunities in St. Petersburg, FL. Benefit from competitive pay starting at $60,000 with bonuses, hybrid flexibility, comprehensive health benefits, and employee perks like wellness programs and professional development. Robert Half's partnership ensures a supportive recruitment process. This role is perfect for ambitious paralegals seeking to leverage their skills in insurance defense amid Florida's booming legal sector. With over 700 words of detailed insights, this posting highlights why top talent chooses Robert Half careers. Apply now and elevate your paralegal journey in the Sunshine State!