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Legal Assistant – Florida Workers' Compensation
Albert and Mackenzie. Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, settlement documents, and correspondence under attorney supervision .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in drafting legal documents, managing case files, and ensuring compliance with Florida Workers’ Compensation laws. Proficient in utilizing legal software and tools to support effective case management and communication.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Florida Workers’ Compensation LawsEJCC Filing SystemMicrosoft Office SuiteParalegal CertificateLegal Case Management Software
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Hard Skills
Drafting Legal DocumentsProofreadingTranscribing Legal DictationDocument ManagementBillable Work DocumentationTyping Speed of 75 WPMResponding to Discovery RequestsTrial Preparation AssistanceCreating Exhibit ListsMaintaining Electronic Records
Soft Skills
MultitaskingMeeting DeadlinesWorking IndependentlyCollaborationStrong Writing Skills
Tools & Technologies
Adobe AcrobatKofaxDropboxMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Outlook
Certifications & Qualifications
Paralegal Certificate from ABA-accredited Program
Industry Keywords
Workers' Compensation Defense60Q Rules of ProcedureLegal CorrespondenceCase ManagementDiscovery Responses
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCloud
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, settlement documents, and correspondence under attorney supervision
- Collaborate with attorneys to ensure timely and effective case management
- Receive and transcribe legal dictation of status reports, conference summaries, and settlement disbursement reports
- Proofread and correct materials for grammar, spelling, punctuation, format, syntax, and content
- Respond to discovery requests, including preparing objections and maintaining electronic records
- Manage case files, track deadlines, review calendars, create tasks, and coordinate client communications
- E-file documents through the eJCC portal
- Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit lists and case summaries
- Accurately document and bill for all billable work according to billing procedures
- Receive and place telephone calls
Requirements
What you’ll need- Minimum 3 years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in workers' compensation defense
- Strong knowledge of Florida Workers’ Compensation laws and 60Q Rules of Procedure
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Proficiency with PDF editing software (Adobe Acrobat, Kofax)
- Experience with Dropbox or other shared cloud storage
- Experience with eJCC filing system and legal case management software
- Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fully remote environment
- Minimum typing speed of 75 WPM
- Strong writing, proofreading, spelling, and grammar skills
- Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-accredited program preferred
Benefits
Comp & perks- 100% company-sponsored employee Medical and Vision Insurance
- Short Term Disability insurance
- Long Term Disability insurance
- Life insurance benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Optional voluntary dental plan
- Discretionary bonus opportunities
- Excellent work/life balance
- Collaborative and casual work environment
- Remote work option for Florida residents