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Insurance Defense Lead Paralegal – 3-5 Years of Experience Location: West Palm Beach, in-office Position Type: Full-Time Immediate Hire About Us: Hightower, Stratton, Novigrod & Kantor is a renowned law firm specializing in defense cases. We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Insurance Defense Paralegal to join our team at our West Palm Beach office. Are you an experienced Insurance Defense Lead Paralegal looking for an opportunity to join a well-established and highly respected law firm? We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive paralegal with 3-5 years of insurance defense experience to support our litigation team. Key Responsibilities: • Assist attorneys with all aspects of case management, from inception to trial., • Draft and prepare legal documents, discovery requests, subpoenas, and pleadings., • Organize and manage large volumes of documents, including medical records, deposition transcripts, and trial exhibits., • Coordinate and schedule hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials., • Assist in trial preparation, including preparing trial binders, witness lists, and exhibit files., • Conduct legal research and summarize depositions, expert reports, and medical records., • Manage expert witnesses, including scheduling, document preparation, and communication., • Handle electronic court filings (E-Filing) in both state and federal courts., • Track billable time and ensure compliance with law firm billing practices., • Work independently while effectively prioritizing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Qualifications: • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a paralegal in an insurance defense law firm., • Strong knowledge of Florida Rules of Civil Procedure and E-Filing procedures., • Experience handling trial preparation and litigation support., • Ability to summarize legal records and bills., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe, and case management software., • Experience with Litify or Clio is a plus., • Paralegal certification or a degree in paralegal studies is strongly preferred., • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines., • Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment., • Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently., • Spanish-speaking ability is a plus. Why Join Us? • Competitive salary & benefits package (health insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.), • Collaborative and professional work environment with opportunities for growth, • Hands-on experience with high-exposure cases and trial work If you are a motivated Insurance Defense Paralegal with 3-5 years of experience and are looking for a firm that values your skills and expertise, we encourage you to apply today!