Paralegal – Insurance Defense (Remote – Pennsylvania)

Overview

This fully remote role supports the Litigation Services team as a Paralegal Specialist, working closely with experienced attorneys on insurance defense matters, including bodily injury and third-party liability claims. Responsibilities include drafting litigation documents, managing discovery, organizing and reviewing medical records, coordinating with clients and vendors, and supporting attorneys through trial preparation.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation files from inception through resolution, including trial, arbitration, and mediation preparation.
• Draft, review, file, and serve pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents for attorney review and approval.
• Prepare and manage written discovery, including drafting discovery requests and responses and coordinating document production.
• Review, organize, summarize, and maintain medical records, billing records, and other case-related documentation.
• Assist attorneys in evaluating injury-related claims through detailed review and analysis of medical records and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, medical providers, expert witnesses, vendors, and opposing counsel to support case progression.
• Schedule and coordinate depositions, independent medical examinations (IMEs), expert witness activities, and other litigation-related events.
• Prepare exhibits, case summaries, witness files, and other materials in support of hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Handle electronic filing and service of legal documents in accordance with applicable court rules and procedures.
• Monitor case deadlines, court requirements, and litigation calendars to ensure timely and compliant case management.

Minimum Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in insurance defense, bodily injury, or civil litigation.
• Experience supporting litigation involving bodily injury and/or third-party liability claims preferred.
• Strong understanding of legal procedures, including pleadings, discovery, motions, court filings, and trial preparation.
• Familiarity with Pennsylvania litigation practices and electronic court filing systems is strongly preferred.
• Experience drafting discovery responses, discovery requests, and motion-related documents.
• Experience reviewing and summarizing medical records and supporting injury-related claims evaluation.
• Experience coordinating clients, vendors, medical providers, and expert witnesses throughout the litigation process.
• Experience managing high-volume caseloads in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education

• Must meet all applicable paralegal certification, registration, or licensure requirements as defined by Pennsylvania state.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: 28.03 - 42.99 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• Background investigation required.
• Technology setup provided for remote work, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse.
• Monthly connectivity reimbursement for eligible employees working from home.

Remote Work Requirements

• Dedicated, private workspace free from distractions, along with appropriate desk and seating.
• Reliable internet required, with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload.

Additional Notes

• Generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
• Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, Indiana policy prohibits discrimination against applicants based on veteran status as described in the Act.
• For San Francisco and Los Angeles locations, applicable fair chance ordinance information is referenced in the original posting.