Description

LHH is seeking a Temporary Insurance Defense Paralegal for a reputable law firm in Jacksonville, FL. This is a 3-4 month contract assignment with strong potential to convert to a permanent position based on performance and business needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal withearly-career litigation experience looking to gain hands-on exposure in a fast-paced insurance defense environment.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in all phases of insurance defense litigation, from case inception through trial preparation
• Draft and prepare pleadings, discovery responses, subpoenas, and correspondence
• Manage case files, maintain calendars, and track critical deadlines
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, and mediations
• Review and summarize medical records, bills, and other case-related documents
• Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and trial binders
• Communicate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel as needed

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of litigation experience, preferably within insurance defense
• Strong understanding of Florida state and federal court procedures, including e-filing
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with legal research tools (Lexis/Westlaw) is a plus
• Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience preferred

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with an updated resume for immediate consideration.

Pay Details: $25.00 to $30.00 per year

Search managed by: Richard Harley

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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