Albert & Mackenzie, LLP

Legal Assistant (Florida Workers' Compensation)

California, United States
Full-time
Posted Oct 7, 2025

Skills

Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office
Writing

Job description

Albert & Mackenzie is a well-established and expanding workers’ compensation defense law firm with a strong presence across California. Proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work for six consecutive years (2021–2026), the firm has also earned multiple Best Places to Work  awards.

Florida Workers' Compensation Paralegal / Legal Assistant (Remote – Florida)

** Work Remote Optional - Florida Residents ONLY

Overview:

Albert & Mackenzie is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Workers' Compensation Paralegal/Legal Assistant to support our growing Florida practice . The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Florida workers' compensation law, excellent drafting skills, and the ability to manage cases efficiently in a fast-paced, remote legal environment. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

•Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, settlement documents, and correspondence under attorney supervision.

•Collaborate with attorneys to ensure timely and effective case management.

•Receive and transcribe legal dictation of status reports, conference summaries, settlement disbursement reports, etc.

•Proofread and correct prepared materials for correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, format, syntax, and content.

•Respond to discovery requests, including preparing objections and maintaining electronic records.

•Manage case files: track deadlines, review calendar, create tasks, and coordinate client communications.

•E-file documents through the  eJCC  portal and assist with trial preparation (exhibit lists, case summaries, etc.).

•Accurately document and bill for all billable work and tasks according with billing procedures.

•Receive and place telephone calls.

Skills/Qualifications:

•Minimum  3 years of experience  as a paralegal or legal assistant in  workers' compensation defense .

•Strong knowledge of  Florida Workers’ Compensation laws  and  60Q Rules of Procedure .

•Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and  PDF editing software  (Adobe Acrobat, Kofax);  Adobe Acrobat, and Dropbox or other shared cloud storage.

•Experience with  eJCC filing system  and legal case management software.

•Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fully remote environment.

•Skilled typing ability (minimum 75 WPM) as well as strong writing, proofreading, spelling, and grammar skills..

•Paralegal Certificate  from an ABA-accredited program preferred.

Why Join Us:

 This is an exciting opportunity to join an established California workers' compensation   defense firm expanding its Florida presence.  Be part of the first hires for our 13th location ! If you are a proactive, tech-savvy, and highly organized workers' compensation professional looking to grow your career in a supportive and collaborative remote setting, we encourage you to apply today.

Albert and Mackenzie offers a competitive compensation package including 100% company-sponsored employee Medical and Vision Insurance for employees; Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Life insurance benefits; a 401k plan; paid time off; and optional voluntary dental plan. We offer an excellent work/life balance in a collaborative and casual work environment.

Albert & Mackenzie ensures equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Full-time employees receive a competitive compensation package that features discretionary bonus opportunities and a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and optional dental coverage.

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