• Legal Assistant

    Kubicki Draper (Tampa, FL)


    The KD difference:

    Diversity in Leadership: We are proud to be 36% minority-owned, with over 70% of our attorneys from diverse backgrounds. Notably, over 60% of our firm's shareholders are also from minority groups.

     

    Opportunity for Growth: We're on a growth sprint and want you to grow with us! Enjoy rapid career progression, hands-on experience, and ample learning opportunities.

     

    Work-Life Balance: We value you - not just as an employee but as an individual. Enjoy proper work-life balance with us.

    Perks of Being with Us:

    Inclusive Environment: Over 50% of our attorneys are female, with almost half our shareholders and leadership team also female

     

    Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule, competitive compensation, generous PTO, top-tier medical insurance, and a robust 401k (with match)

     

    Long-Term Growth: Over 15% of our staff proudly hold ten years or more tenure with us

     

    About Us

     

    Established in 1963, Kubicki Draper is a beacon of legal expertise, offering trial, appellate, coverage, commercial, and real estate transaction services. With a remarkable team of 200+ attorneys across 12 vibrant offices, we've been the go-to firm in Florida and beyond - reaching the heart of Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi.

    Requirements

    The Tampa office of Kubicki Draper, is currently seeking a Legal Assistant with 5+ years of insurance defense experience with complex Federal and State Court litigation cases inclusive of professional liability, products liability, medical malpractice, wrongful death and catastrophic injury claims.

    Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

    + Must be competent & proficient in the use of Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint & Excel

    + Candidate should have excellent communication skills, ability to follow-up on items and be detail oriented.

    + Manage attorney calendars/scheduling, capturing attorney time and drafting legal documents including standardized letters, pleadings and reports.

    + Must be task oriented and pay attention to detail.

    + Ability to work effectively and prioritize multiple projects in a fast paced environment

    + Insurance Defense experience required.

    + Must have prior experience managing attorney calendars/scheduling, capturing attorney time and drafting legal documents including standardized letters and the framework for pleadings and reports.

    + Must have working knowledge of Florida Court procedures and be familiar with e-Service and e-Filing.

     

    Benefits

    The KD difference:

    + A strong and diverse culture, true work-life balance with a fast track to career growth and development

    + Full suite of benefits including, PTO, medical insurance, 401k (with match)

    + Diversity - 53% of Kubicki Draper’s attorneys are female. Almost half of our shareholders and executive leadership are also female and with minority representation.

    + More than 25% of our staff has been with the firm over 10 years.

     

    Come grow, learn and evolve with us! No phone calls or recruiters please.