Overview
This remote Claims Paralegal position supports the Legal Department by managing responses to subpoenas, discovery requests, garnishment orders, and similar legal notices. The role involves coordinating document collection, managing e-discovery processes, and acting as a liaison between internal business units and external counsel. It is suited for a junior to mid-level paralegal or legal clerk seeking hands-on experience in a corporate or in-house legal environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage and respond to subpoenas, garnishment orders, discovery requests, and other legally mandated notices, ensuring timely and accurate compliance.
- Coordinate and support e-discovery processes, including email searches, document retrieval, and electronic data collection relevant to legal requests.
- Collaborate with internal business contacts such as HR, Payroll, IT, and Operations to ensure completeness and accuracy of searches and data production.
- Clarify scope, timelines, and process-related questions; provide guidance on discovery requirements and legal obligations.
- Engage with external legal counsel on discovery and subpoena matters, including scope clarification, negotiation of deadlines or extensions, and resolution of procedural or compliance-related questions.
- Maintain organized records of all requests, responses, and related correspondence.
- Assist with process improvements, templates, and documentation related to subpoena and discovery response workflows.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a law clerk at a law firm.
- Paralegal Certificate or equivalent qualification.
- Experience with Purview is a plus.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines.
- Strong organizational skills, ability to work independently, and proactive foresight to anticipate next steps.
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly pay range: $28.00 - $33.65 USD, varying by role, level, and location within the United States.
- Employer-subsidized medical benefits including prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
- Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Eligibility to enroll in a 401(k) plan with employer match.
- Paid time off includes 10 days of sick leave, a minimum of 15 vacation days annually, 10 paid holidays, and 2 personal flex days per calendar year.
- Paid parental leave: 12 weeks for birth parents and 4 weeks for non-birth parents (including adoptive/foster parents) after 90 days of employment.
- Eligibility for an annual bonus based on company and individual performance.
Location
- This is a remote position available in various U.S. states as listed in the job posting.
Additional Information
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; no visa sponsorship is provided.
- The employer is an equal opportunity organization and does not discriminate based on any protected category under federal, state, or local laws.
- Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants during the hiring process.
- It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.