Overview
This fully remote role in Litigation Services is for a Paralegal Specialist supporting insurance defense matters, including bodily injury and third-party liability claims. Work closely with experienced attorneys to manage key stages of the litigation process, including drafting and filing court documents, managing discovery, reviewing medical records, coordinating with case stakeholders, and assisting with 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 supporting 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
- Compensation: 28.03 - 42.99 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
- Background investigation required.
- Technology provided: laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse.
- Monthly connectivity reimbursement for employees eligible to work from home.
Remote Work Requirements
- Must have a dedicated, private workspace free from distractions, 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, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran.
- For jobs in San Francisco, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance applies.
- For jobs in Los Angeles, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance applies.