Paralegal - Commercial Litigation (MFR)

Overview

This role supports a national counsel team in the management of personal injury and property damage cases relating to the minimum financial responsibility (MFR) limits mandated by applicable state law. The position can be located in any office, including a virtual office.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with MFR claim management and litigation, including:
  • Fact investigation support
  • Medical record review support
  • 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/docketing
• Work with attorneys in multiple offices
• Maintain professional demeanor and comply with firm policies
• Sustain attention to detail and quality of work
• Build 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 familiarity with adopting legal AI and implement new AI tools (preferred)
• Meet a 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)
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and adapt to changing business demands
• Ability to produce an efficient and accurate work product with consistent quality
• Good judgment; ability to make sound, practical decisions and act decisively under deadlines
• High level of professional integrity; ability to maintain confidentiality and build trust

Compensation & Benefits

Expected compensation ranges vary by location and are listed below (exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law):

• 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 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
• Paid holidays
• Participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements

Reasonable accommodations will be provided as necessary to allow an individual with a disability to apply for and/or perform the essential functions of a position.

Location

Available in any office location across the United States, including a virtual office.