Legal Administrative Assistant - Insurance Defense/Casualty

About the role

Marshall Dennehey, a multi-office national defense firm, is seeking a full-time Legal Administrative Assistant for its Orlando, FL office. You will provide administrative and litigation support in civil litigation cases within the Insurance Defense and Casualty practice areas. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented legal setting.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain trial and discovery calendars so deadlines are met and documents are filed on time
• Schedule and coordinate hearings, depositions, legal proceedings and meetings
• Assist with attorney time entry and invoice processing using billing software
• Open, organize and maintain case files so they stay current and accessible
• Draft pleadings, correspondence, reports, motions and discovery documents under attorney direction
• Review and summarize medical records, contracts and case evidence, and help prepare chronologies and summaries
• Prepare, issue and track subpoenas and other requests for records
• Perform other litigation support duties as needed

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a legal assistant supporting litigators in Insurance Defense and/or Casualty defense
• Florida State Court e-filing experience required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; highly organized, detail-oriented and able to prioritize competing demands

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Experience with WordPerfect is a plus

What we offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Full-time benefits: medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life and short-term disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid holidays and PTO
• A supportive team environment with opportunities for career growth