Paralegal - Commercial Litigation (MFR)

Overview

This role supports a national counsel team in the management of personal injury and property damage cases related to the minimum financial responsibility (MFR) limits mandated by applicable state law. The position requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail to manage a nationwide docket of cases, along with comfort using technology, including AI, and learning firm-approved tools.

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, and assist in preparation for, depositions, hearings, and trials and related proceedings; attend as needed.
• Prepare draft pleadings and discovery.
• Coordinate filing of pleadings and documents and arrange for service.
• Collect and summarize medical and other records.
• Assist with calendaring and docketing.
• Work with attorneys in multiple offices.
• Learn and 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.
• Familiarity and experience adopting legal AI; ability to learn and implement new AI preferred.
• Meet billable hour requirement of 1500 hours per year.
• Comply with firm policies and maintain a professional demeanor and attitude.
• 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 in a team and adapt to changing business demands.
• Ability to produce quality work efficiently and accurately.
• Good judgment, practical decision-making, and ability to act decisively under deadlines.
• High level of professional integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.

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:

• 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

Bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed and depend on individual and firm performance; discretionary bonus is not included in the salary ranges.

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

Application Requirements

Cover letter and resume are required.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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