Paralegal – First-Party Property Insurance Litigation

Job Description

Legal Assistant | Cohen Law Group

The Tone:
This is an in-person role for a Legal Assistant at Cohen Law Group, located in Maitland, FL. The firm stands as a leading entity in first-party property insurance litigation, driven by its core principle of “It’s About Justice.” Cohen Law Group cultivates a supportive and professional atmosphere where the collective effort of the team, uncompromising integrity, and a healthy work-life balance are highly valued. This position is integral to supporting attorneys in their mission to deliver exceptional results for clients, directly contributing to the firm’s operational efficiency and commitment to client advocacy.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person, Maitland, FL
• Mission: This person ensures smooth case progression and effective attorney support for first-party property insurance litigation matters.
• Tech Stack: Filevine, Microsoft Word, Excel, Florida e-Filing Portal

What You’ll Actually Do
• Case Management: Provide essential support to attorneys, skillfully managing cases and preparing legal documents to ensure seamless workflow.
• Document Filing: Execute the accurate drafting, filing, and comprehensive management of legal documents utilizing the Florida e-Filing Portal.
• Scheduling & Coordination: Systematically maintain detailed calendars and expertly schedule all crucial legal proceedings, including hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Communication: Act as a key liaison, professionally communicating with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and other relevant third parties.
• Legal Research & Discovery: Actively assist with discovery processes and conduct legal research to support case progression and attorney preparation.
• Record Keeping: Diligently maintain precise and up-to-date client records across Filevine, Microsoft Word, and Excel platforms.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Candidates should possess a foundational understanding of legal practices and procedures, ideally demonstrated by a paralegal certificate, which is preferred for this role.
• Experience: Requires prior experience working in a legal assistant role or a similar legal support function, providing practical knowledge of legal office operations.
• Skills: Essential skills include strong organizational abilities to handle various tasks efficiently, excellent communication skills for interacting with diverse parties, and the capability to manage several priorities concurrently.
• Bonus: Additional experience with Florida e-Filing and Filevine is highly beneficial, as is any prior multi-state litigation experience.