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 involves working across a nationwide docket and assisting attorneys with case management, litigation support, and documentation.

Technology use is a key part of the role, including leveraging AI and learning firm-approved tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with MFR claim management and litigation, including:
  • Fact investigation support
  • Medical record review
  • Docketing and case deadline management
  • Drafting litigation documents and client reporting
• Prepare materials for and assist in preparation for depositions, hearings, and trials and 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
• Learn and develop technical proficiency in:
  • Database use and management
  • Internet/electronic research
  • Project folder/electronic file maintenance
• Independently organize and manage files
• Anticipate attorney needs
• Independently handle all key duties without supervision of another paralegal or senior paralegal
• 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

• Familiarity and experience with adopting legal AI; ability to learn and implement new AI preferred
• 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 in a team and adapt to changing business demands
• Ability to produce acceptable work efficiently and accurately with quality final work product
• Ability to exercise good judgment, make sound and practical decisions, and act decisively under deadlines
• High level of professional integrity with ability to maintain confidentiality and build trust

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is commensurate with skill and experience. Exact compensation will vary 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
• Additional benefits

Location

This position can be located in any office location across the United States, including a virtual office setting.

Additional Information

• Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.
• EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.