Insurance Defense Paralegal - California

Overview

A remote paralegal position is available to support a growing California Staff Counsel team. Candidates with California civil litigation and discovery experience are preferred. Applicants from surrounding states with California discovery experience will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in answering interrogatories by interviewing clients, documenting responses, and preparing final answers.
• Obtain, review, and summarize medical records under attorney direction; coordinate expert reviews and medical examinations as needed.
• Assist in preparing motions and conduct legal research related to those motions.
• Support attorneys in interviewing witnesses before and during trials.
• Prepare documents and evidence for trial.
• Perform other legal support tasks as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods, up to a full work shift.
• Occasionally reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
• Occasionally move, lift, carry, and place objects weighing up to 10 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to listen and interpret auditory information at normal speaking levels.
• Visual ability to verify, read, and locate materials and resources.
• Dexterity to operate a computer and office equipment for extended periods.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Either a 2-year Associate Degree or 3 years of paralegal work experience.
• Paralegal certificate, degree in paralegal studies, or completion of at least one year of law school.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree and paralegal certificate from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved program.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of one year of experience working in a civil litigation law firm preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location.
• California salary range: $27.73 - $47.07 per hour.
• Bonus opportunities based on company and individual performance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off and paid parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.

Location

• Remote position.
• Candidates must have California civil litigation and discovery experience; applicants from surrounding states with California discovery experience are also considered.

Additional Information

• The recruitment process typically closes open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting.
• Employment consideration includes all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in compliance with applicable laws.
• Certain felony convictions may require prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to non-discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military and veteran status, or other protected categories.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications promptly due to the limited application window.