What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Paralegal Insurance Defense and Construction Defect (Tampa) position at Almazan Law?
About Almazan Law
Almazan Law is a modern, technology-driven Florida law firm built to deliver high-level legal services with efficiency, precision, and adaptability. Founded in 2009, the firm represents businesses, insurers, developers, and private clients across Florida through a model that combines strong legal execution with operational excellence.
Our approach is grounded in modern client service, transparent communication, and a culture of accountability. We are committed to building a high-performance team that embraces innovation, values collaboration, and takes pride in producing exceptional work.
Position Overview
Almazan Law is seeking a high-caliber Senior Paralegal to join our Tampa team. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with substantive experience in construction defect, insurance defense, and appellate matters who can independently manage complex case workflows while working closely with attorneys and the broader legal team.
The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and execution-focused, with the ability to support high-stakes litigation matters from inception through trial and appeal. This individual will play an essential role in driving case progress, maintaining deadlines, supporting legal strategy, and ensuring matters move forward with accuracy and efficiency.
Who You Are
You are a strategic, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and brings both strong litigation support skills and sound operational judgment to your work.
You bring:
- Technical Mastery: Proven ability to manage e-filing, legal research, and sophisticated practice management software.
- Operational Excellence: A strong command of case management systems, financials, and performance metrics.
- Collaborative Support: Experience working directly with attorneys to translate legal strategy into measurable outcomes.
- Cultural Stewardship: A commitment to maintaining a professional, accountable, and client-focused organization.
Litigation Leadership & Strategic Execution
- Provide comprehensive paralegal support throughout all stages of litigation, from inception through trial and appeal.
- Conduct thorough factual and legal research, including the location and analysis of relevant statutes, case law, and regulations.
- Draft and prepare sophisticated legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, briefs, subpoenas, and settlement agreements.
- Serve as a key contributor to trial preparation by organizing exhibits, witness files, and trial notebooks.
Case Management & Infrastructure Optimization
- Organize and maintain case files and evidence using both physical and electronic document management systems.
- Utilize Clio or similar legal practice management software for case management, timekeeping, and precise legal billing.
- Manage and track complex court schedules and deadlines with a focus on accountability and accuracy.
- Identify inefficiencies in the litigation process and implement corrective actions through SOP development.
Professional Communication & Client Relations
- Communicate effectively and professionally with clients, expert witnesses, court personnel, and opposing counsel.
- Manage client intake processes and ensure all communications align with our commitment to transparency and results.
- Foster a culture of high performance and professionalism within the Tampa team.
Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years of substantive paralegal experience, with a significant focus on construction defect, insurance defense, and appellate matters.
- Legal Acumen: Strong understanding of the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure and appellate procedure.
- Technical Proficiency: High-level command of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and legal databases such as LexisNexis.
- Skills: Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks while managing multiple deadlines.
- Software: Experience with legal billing software is required; proficiency in Clio is highly preferred.
- Language: Fluency in Spanish (written and spoken) is highly desirable.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company matching
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
As part of our commitment to hiring top talent, all qualified candidates will be required to complete a series of technical skill assessments during the hiring process. please submit your resumes to kpeterson@almazanlaw.com and admin@almazanlaw.com.