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001 Brown & Brown, Inc

Paralegal - Employment Practices

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A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.

$62,161 / year median in Florida

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Brown & Brown is seeking a Paralegal - Employment Practices to join our growing team in Daytona Beach, FL. Reporting to a senior paralegal, this role will provide legal and administrative support as a true paraprofessional. Paralegals evaluate facts and evidence, undertake research and collate relevant materials for the legal matters assigned to them. All duties are to be performed in accordance with departmental policies, practices, and procedures. The position periodically includes supporting other teammates as needed. How You Will Contribute Document, investigate, research, and analyze any possible risks/exposure to the company received by the company, its subsidiaries or any regulatory entities. Organize and maintain records in the department's electric filing system. Draft summaries to counsel providing information such as the nature of the inquiry, causes of action, alleged and preliminary recommendations. Work with Brown & Brown subsidiaries to conduct fact-finding and retrieve relevant information and records. Create and maintain a legal knowledge management system to include work product materials. Filing communications, pleadings, and update the status of pending litigation matters as needed. Directly interact with retained outside counsel to effectively resolve open pending actions, matters or required documentation as quickly as possible. Work closely with retained outside counsel and litigation support staff to coordinate corporate depositions, scheduling and appearance as needed. Consistent, regular, punctual attendance as scheduled is an essential responsibility for this position. Attend team meetings, conferences and training as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Skills & Experience to Be Successful A Paralegal certificate from an accredited college or a bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or business is preferred. At least 3 + years of professional experience as a paralegal in a law firm or in-house legal department. Insurance defense and/or personal injury experience are strongly preferred. Strong attention to detail and accuracy to ensure that all aspects of a matter are thoroughly reviewed and documented to include conference calls. Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft office products (Word, Excel and Outlook). Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, independently, as well as collaboratively, and operating under tight deadlines with a broad range of responsibilities. Self-starter with ability to manage and prioritize a myriad of competing matters. Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:
Health Benefits:
Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Financial Benefits:
ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance;
Tuition Reimbursement Mental Health & Wellness:
Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services Beyond Benefits:
Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more. Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations. Recruiting Vendor Disclosure Statement Brown & Brown does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters, recruitment vendors or employment agencies ("Recruiting Vendors"). Recruiting Vendors must have a valid written agreement and received prior written authorization from an authorized Brown & Brown representative before submitting candidates for any publicly posted role. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to Brown & Brown or its employees become the property of Brown & Brown, and no fees will be paid for such submissions. Additional information regarding this policy can be found on our careers page. The Power To Be Yourself As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, "The Power to Be Yourself". We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates - not employees. We strive to attract people who are competitive, driven, and disciplined. Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Founded in 1939 as a small, two-partner firm, Brown & Brown (
NYSE:
BRO) and our team of companies have grown into one of the world's largest insurance brokerages while staying true to our foundation of trust, resilience, and delivering results. With a team that is as connected locally as it is globally, our high-performing, highly collaborative team delivers innovative risk and insurance solutions. We look for individuals who embrace our culture, thrive in a collaborative environment, are driven to grow and succeed, and are committed to always doing what is right. With a unique culture built on integrity, superior capabilities and grit, we value teamwork, trust and courage. We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates—not employees, and leaders—not managers. Everything we do is about the greater "WE"—never "me." While diverse in abilities and experience, we are all connected through our core values, a commitment to our local communities and a shared mission—always doing what is best for our customers. Brown & Brown and its affiliates maintain an internal recruiting team responsible for filling open roles posted to the public. In certain situations, Brown & Brown may supplement its internal capabilities by engaging external recruiting vendors and employment agencies ("Recruiting Vendors"). Recruiting Vendors are not authorized to submit resumes, share candidate data, or directly or indirectly contact Brown & Brown employees to present candidates for employment opportunities. The only exception applies to Recruiting Vendors with an active Valid Agreement (as defined below) that has been approved by Brown & Brown. In accordance with this policy, and to ensure appropriate authorization for sharing candidate personal information, Brown & Brown will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than Authorized Recruiting Vendors with a Valid Agreement in place who have been expressly invited to support a specific role. Any unsolicited resumes, incomplete submissions, or candidate data received through any means (including email or otherwise) will be considered the property of Brown & Brown. Brown & Brown will not pay any placement or related fees for unsolicited submissions or candidate data provided in violation of this policy. Such submissions may be used by Brown & Brown without any obligation to pay fees of any kind to Recruiting Vendors. A Valid Agreement is defined as a written contract signed by an authorized representative of Brown & Brown. In the absence of a Valid Agreement, Brown & Brown assumes no liability under any legal theory, including but not limited to breach of contract, breach of implied contract, tortious interference, quantum meruit, any/or any other contractual or equitable claims in connection with candidates identified through unsolicited submissions made in violation of this policy. If you are an existing Brown & Brown teammate, please click here to apply to a job on our internal career site.