Legal Assistant (Florida Workers' Compensation)

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Albert & MackenzieWorkers' compensation law

Work Remote Optional - Florida Residents ONLYFull-TimeMiddle

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Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in workers' compensation defense.
Required Skills: Microsoft Excel

Have at least 3 years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in workers' compensation defense.
Have strong knowledge of Florida Workers' Compensation laws and 60Q Rules of Procedure.
Be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Be proficient with PDF editing software such as Adobe Acrobat or Kofax.
Have experience with Dropbox or other shared cloud storage.
Have experience with the eJCC filing system and legal case management software.
Be able to multitask, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fully remote environment.
Type at least 75 WPM.
Have strong writing, proofreading, spelling, and grammar skills.
An ABA-accredited paralegal certificate is preferred.

Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, settlement documents, and correspondence under attorney supervision.
Collaborate with attorneys on timely case management.
Transcribe legal dictation, including status reports, conference summaries, and settlement disbursement reports.
Proofread and correct legal materials for grammar, spelling, punctuation, format, syntax, and content.
Respond to discovery requests, prepare objections, and maintain electronic records.
Manage case files by tracking deadlines, reviewing calendars, creating tasks, and coordinating client communications.
E-file documents through the eJCC portal and assist with trial preparation, including exhibit lists and case summaries.
Document and bill for billable work and tasks according to billing procedures.
Receive and place telephone calls.

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