Paralegal - Commercial Litigation (MFR)

Overview

This role supports a national counsel team in managing personal injury and property damage cases related to minimum financial responsibility (MFR) limits mandated by applicable state law. The position supports a nationwide docket and involves drafting, discovery, records review, deposition/hearing/trial preparation, and case administration.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with 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 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 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 and 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 and implement legal AI and Firm-approved tools; familiarity and experience with adopting legal AI are 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 Director.

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 and adapt to changing business demands.
• Ability to produce accurate work efficiently and deliver quality final work product.
• Good judgment and ability to make sound, practical decisions under deadlines.
• High level of professional integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality and build trust.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation is commensurate with skill and experience. The exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.
• Expected compensation ranges:
  • 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
• The above salaries do not include a discretionary bonus. Bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed and dependent upon individual and firm performance.
• Full-time employees receive benefits including:
  • 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 and paid holidays
  • Participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements
  • And more

Location

This position can be in any office location, including a virtual office.

Application Information

Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.