Legal Assistant – Construct, Insurance Defense

Kubicki Draper

Insurance defense legal assistant supporting attorneys at Florida law firm Kubicki Draper. Managing calendars, attorney time, client communication, and litigation documents.

Posted 8/15/2026full-timeFort Myers • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supporting attorneys in general litigation and insurance defense, with a strong focus on drafting legal documents and managing attorney schedules. Proficient in Florida court procedures and e-Filing, while providing exceptional client service and maintaining attention to detail.

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Insurance Defense Legal Assistant ExperienceGeneral Litigation ExperienceCalendar ManagementLegal Document DraftingFlorida Court Procedures Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Legal Document DraftingCalendar ManagementTime CaptureE-Service FamiliarityE-Filing Familiarity

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsDetail-OrientedSelf-StarterGoal-OrientedTask-Oriented

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Excel

Industry Keywords

Insurance DefenseGeneral LitigationFlorida Court ProceduresConstruction Litigation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support attorneys in general litigation and insurance defense matters
Provide excellent customer service to clients with a client-first mindset
Communicate effectively with team members and clients
Manage attorney calendars and scheduling
Capture attorney time
Draft legal documents, including standardized letters, pleadings, and reports
Follow up on items and maintain attention to detail
Work independently and in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience as an Insurance Defense Legal Assistant
General litigation experience required
Prior experience managing attorney calendars and scheduling
Experience capturing attorney time
Experience drafting legal documents, including standardized letters and frameworks for pleadings and reports
Working knowledge of Florida court procedures
Familiarity with e-Service and e-Filing
Competence and proficiency in Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and Excel
Excellent communication skills
Ability to follow up on items and be detail-oriented
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Ability to work as a self-starter, be goal-oriented, and task-oriented
Construction litigation experience preferred but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Top-tier medical insurance
401(k) with matching
Hands-on experience
Mentorship
Real career advancement
Work-life balance
Hybrid flexibility
PTO
Wellness-forward programs
Inclusive culture
Collaboration and support for innovation