Overview
This position supports a national counsel team managing personal injury and property damage cases related to the minimum financial responsibility (MFR) limits mandated by applicable state law. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to leverage technology—including AI—and learn Firm-approved tools.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with all aspects of MFR claim management and litigation, including:
- Fact investigation
- Medical record review
- Docketing and case deadline management
- Drafting litigation documents and client reporting
- Prepare materials for and assist in preparation for depositions, hearings, trials, and related proceedings; attend as needed.
- Prepare draft pleadings and discovery.
- Coordinate filing of pleadings/documents and arrange for service.
- Collect and summarize medical and/or other records.
- Assist with calendaring and docketing.
- Work with attorneys in multiple offices.
- Maintain a professional demeanor and attitude and comply with firm policies.
- Sustain attention to detail and quality of work.
- Develop technical proficiency in:
- Database use and management
- Internet/electronic research
- Project folder/electronic file maintenance
- Independently organize and manage files and anticipate attorney needs.
- Independently handle key duties without supervision of another paralegal or senior paralegal.
- Learn/develop technical proficiency in adopting legal AI and implement new AI as preferred.
- Meet billable hour requirement of 1500 hours per year.
- Perform other duties as required.
Requirements
- Minimum of five years of experience with automobile insurance defense, including minimum financial responsibility.
- Paralegal Certificate or Bachelor’s degree in a law related field or Associate’s degree and paralegal training.
- Significant, substantive legal-related experience may be considered in lieu of formal education at the discretion of the Managing Directo
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to deliver superior service to internal and external customers and communicate effectively.
- Ability to interact professionally and courteously with clients and employees at all times; professional appearance required.
- Strong organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and adapt to changing business demands.
- Ability to produce efficient, accurate work and deliver quality final work product.
- Ability to exercise good judgment, make sound practical decisions, and act decisively under deadlines.
- High level of professional integrity with the ability to maintain confidentiality and build trust.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation is commensurate with skill and experience. Exact compensation varies based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. Expected compensation ranges by location:
- State of California: $86,000 - $139,000
- State of Colorado: $75,000 - $119,000
- State of Illinois: $64,000 - $125,000
- State of Maryland: $73,000 - $107,000
- State Massachusetts: $85,000 - $130,000
- State of Minnesota: $75,000 - $111,000
- Jersey City, NJ: $78,000 - $114,000
- State of New York: $66,000 - $125,000
- State of Washington: $88,000 - $134,000
- Washington, DC: $94,000 - $138,000
Salaries do not include a discretionary bonus. Bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed and dependent upon individual and firm performance.
Full-time benefits include:
- Medical and dental coverage
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses
- Employee assistance program
- Paid Time Off
- Paid holidays
- Participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements
- And more
Location
This role can be in any office location, including a virtual office.
Application Requirements
Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.
Equal Opportunity Statement
EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.