Legal Assistant- Pensacola

The perfect candidate will have a great mix of experience, dependability, and a great personality. The perfect candidate will have the ability to work instrumentally, as well as part of a team. We are also seeking someone who can manage caseloads effectively, efficiently, and with accuracy.

Duties and responsibilities will include:

• Under attorney direction drafts and prepares correspondence and other written documents as required including responses, reports, filings, pleadings, answers, motions, interrogatories, contracts, opinions, position papers, letters, etc., and other documents as assigned
• Monitors, files, and escalates issues requiring attorney involvement. Performs timely handling of highly sensitive issues and materials related to case
• Maintains calendar for trial and discovery deadlines. Obtains trial settings, coordinates and assist in preparation
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of prior legal experience. Experience or background in insurance defense and general liability preferred . Requires ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Requires critical thinking skills, superior communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work instrumentally
• Strong computer skills including, MS Word, Outlook and Excel. Knowledge and application of legal research systems, and tools
• Solid analytical and drafting skills
• High School Diploma required

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Commensurate with proven experience

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

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