Litigation Paralegal – Insurance Defense (Medical Malpractice Preferred) - Jacksonville, FL

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal with 5+ years of Insurance Defense experience, preferably including Medical Malpractice claims.

Our paralegals perform high-quality, billable work that directly supports our attorneys and clients. We expect a high level of expertise, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage a busy litigation caseload with professionalism and precision.

Primary Responsibilities

Demonstrate effectiveness in obtaining, reviewing, and managing client documents, including electronic data, and identifying potentially relevant materials for each case.

Conduct litigation-related research, including criminal and civil background checks, and obtain properly authenticated records as necessary.

Identify, prepare, and produce documents for discovery, including Bates labeling and redaction of privileged or confidential information.

Assist in all aspects of trial preparation, including:

Managing exhibits and evidentiary materials

Preparing witness lists and files

Drafting and coordinating subpoenas

Coordinating and attending witness preparation meetings

Assisting at trial

Conduct thorough online research utilizing firm electronic resources efficiently and effectively.

Manage multiple assignments and deadlines while maintaining professionalism and proactively seeking assistance when needed.

Summarize medical records, bills, and supporting documentation; prepare medical chronologies and billing summaries.

Communicate effectively with clients, insurance carriers, and opposing counsel in a collaborative team environment.

Work closely with retained expert witnesses, including reviewing qualifications, assisting with selection and retention, and serving as liaison between the firm and experts.

Review vendor invoices for accuracy and submit to Accounting for timely processing.

Skills & Abilities

Attendance & Punctuality: Maintain consistent attendance; arrive on time to meetings and appointments; ensure responsibilities are covered when absent.

Communication: Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Customer Service: Respond promptly to attorney and client requests; meet commitments reliably.

Dependability: Follow instructions; complete assignments on time; commit to the hours necessary to meet deadlines; work independently when required.

Professionalism: Interact with others in a tactful and respectful manner; maintain composure in high-pressure situations.

Organization & Time Management: Effectively prioritize tasks in a fast-paced litigation environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.