Paralegal (Temporary-Project Based)

Infinity Insurance • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

Kemper is one of the nation's leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper's products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises. Recently looking to be certified as a Paralegal in the State of Florida? Kemper has the place for you! Be Mentored, not just Managed! Learn and grow from our Kemper Legal experts who have more than 20 years in the local industry. We are willing to train you in legal excellence so you can grow your career! Paid Legal Association, Accreditation, and Training are offered at Kemper! Take the next step and Apply today! If you are an organized and determined multitasker with good computer skills and passionate about the legal field, this position may be for you. We are seeking a Paralegal to work in our Miami Florida legal office to provide general paralegal support for the office. This is a great opportunity to take the next step in your legal career.

Requirements

• Must have a paralegal certificate or degree
• Must have a minimum of three years paralegal experience; including knowledge and practice of drafting discovery documents and discovery responses, summarizing claims files and medical records and interviewing clients
• Must be familiar with operation of general office equipment including calculator, fax machine, copy machine, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and time management skills required
• Prior PC experience required including knowledge of word processing software (Word and Excel preferred)
• Knowledge of law office management, time billing and legal research software preferred

Responsibilities

• Handles heavy case load and assigned to one attorney
• Will handle various types of litigation including but not limited to PIP, bodily injury, subrogation and property damage matters
• Handles responses to discover and propounding same; including meeting with clients when necessary
• Assists with preparation of cases for trial, depositions and hearings
• Assists attorneys with the preparation of responses to discovery, including meeting with clients when necessary
• Sends out discovery requests
• Monitors compliance with discovery by all parties and prepares motions as appropriate
• Assists attorneys with investigation of cases
• Obtains medical, insurance, employment and/or other records/information, through record requests or subpoenas
• Assists with the drafting of motions, briefs and other documents
• Communicates with clients, claims adjusters, litigation specialists, attorneys' offices, medical provider offices, police departments, courts and agents to request additional information/documentation as assigned
• Sets up legal file jackets, as needed
• Maintains summary of all records received by case, for attorneys and other claims personnel
• Performs legal research at the request of the attorneys

Benefits

• Qualify for your choice of health and dental plans within your first month
• Save for your future with robust 401(k) match, Health Spending Accounts and various retirement plans
• Learn and Grow with our Tuition Assistance Program, paid certifications and continuing education programs
• Contribute to your community through United Way and volunteer programs
• Balance your life with generous paid time off and business casual dress
• Get employee discounts for shopping, dining and travel through Kemper Perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree