Paralegal

Overview

This role involves providing paralegal support to house counsel by assisting with various pre-trial tasks, drafting legal documents, conducting research, and corresponding with clients to prepare for trial. The position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Search for, assemble, and summarize information from various sources to prepare responses to discovery requests, including form interrogatories, special interrogatories, requests for admissions, and demands for inspection of documents.
• Correspond with clients, attorneys, claims personnel, and other parties to discuss case status, gather information, and respond to routine inquiries regarding legal procedures.
• Produce a variety of written documents using advanced word processing software; obtain extensions when necessary to ensure timely and proper responses.
• Draft letters, legal documents, and prepare, assemble, and format court documents, discovery, and pleadings as directed.
• File pleadings, prepare affidavits of documents, and maintain digital files in the case management system.
• Complete special legal assignments to assist in managing claim cases.
• Prepare initial drafts of administrative reports such as initial opinions, discovery summaries, medical record summaries, and pre- and post-trial reports.
• Assist attorneys in trial preparation, including assembling exhibits, trial books, motions in limine, expert witness lists, and other required trial documents.
• Research and analyze statutes, judicial decisions, legal articles, depositions, and legal codes to assist in case preparation.
• Investigate facts and case law to determine causes of action.
• Assist insured parties in Small Claims cases by investigating facts, preparing trial briefs, preparing insured individuals for trial, attending trials, and defending the organization when named in actions.
• Collect and evaluate evidence, contact related parties, and research relevant statutes, case law, vehicle valuations, medical treatments, aerial maps, and policy language to support Small Claims defense.

Continuing Education

• Completion of 4 hours of continuing education or required hours as mandated by state rules.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include one of the following:
  • Certificate of completion of an American Bar Association-approved paralegal program.
  • Certificate or degree from a postsecondary institution with at least 24 semester units in law-related courses, accredited by a national or regional organization or approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education.
  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in any subject plus a minimum of one year of law-related experience under the supervision of a qualified attorney, with a written declaration of qualification.
  • High school diploma or GED plus a minimum of three years of law-related experience under the supervision of a qualified attorney, with a written declaration of qualification.
• Preferred qualifications include a degree in paralegal studies and/or a Paralegal Certificate with 1+ years of insurance defense or civil litigation experience.

Experience

• Minimum: 0-2 years of insurance defense paralegal experience or equivalent insurance defense litigation experience.
• Preferred: 1-2+ years of paralegal experience in civil litigation or insurance defense.

Skills and Abilities

• General knowledge of legal principles, terminology, and procedures.
• Strong written communication skills to draft legal documents supporting and responding to discovery, depositions, and motions, with attention to accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in a paperless environment.
• Proficiency in word processing and case management software.
• Preferred: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong grammar, and the ability to manage daily activities logically and efficiently to complete assignments promptly.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: USD $56,701.00 - USD $102,219.00 per year, depending on experience, skills, and location.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Flexibility to work remotely from anywhere in the United States for most positions.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, 9 paid company holidays, and volunteer hours.
• Incentive bonus programs including potential holiday, referral, and performance-based bonuses.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Opportunities for professional and personal development.
• Education assistance.
• Company recognition programs.
• Health and wellbeing resources including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions and child and eldercare resources.

Location

• Position may require an in-person interview during the hiring process.

The organization is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.