Overview
This role involves providing substantive litigation and paralegal support to attorneys handling insurance defense matters. The paralegal specialist assists with preparation of pleadings, motions, discovery, trial materials, and other litigation-related documents under general attorney supervision. The position supports multiple attorneys in a high-volume, defense-focused litigation environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage litigation files from inception through resolution, including trial preparation.
- Support multiple Client Legal Services attorneys.
- Draft and file pleadings, discovery requests, motions, and other legal documents.
- Coordinate expert evaluations and prepare disclosures.
- Prepare arbitration and trial materials, including jury instructions when applicable.
- Perform e-filing within applicable courts and jurisdictions as needed.
- Maintain court calendars and docket litigation deadlines, including discovery deadlines, pleadings, motions, filings, and hearings.
- Monitor case deadlines to ensure timely service and compliance with court requirements.
- Collaborate with attorneys, claims adjusters, and legal support staff to maintain organized, high-quality case files.
Requirements
- Must meet regulatory and qualification standards applicable to the paralegal profession in the state where work is performed; or possess an equivalent combination of education and a minimum of five (5) years of relevant paralegal experience.
- Minimum 5 years of paralegal experience focused on insurance defense, civil litigation, or related litigation practice areas.
- Experience supporting multiple attorneys and managing a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced legal environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of litigation procedures including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and court filings.
- Experience with court calendaring, litigation docket management, and tracking critical case deadlines.
- Strong intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams).
- Experience with legal case management, document management, and e-filing systems preferred.
Professional Competencies
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact professionally with attorneys, court personnel, clients, and business partners.
- Highly self-motivated, resourceful, and proactive with ability to work independently in a remote environment.
- Ability to prioritize work effectively and adapt to changing business needs.
- Strong attention to detail and follow-through to ensure accuracy and timely completion of assignments.
- Proven collaboration and relationship-building skills to work effectively across legal teams and business partners.
Work Environment & Travel
- Primarily remote position.
- Occasional travel may be required for meetings, training sessions, trials, or team events in Fairfax, Virginia; Chesapeake, Virginia; and/or Richmond, Virginia.
- Travel requirements are expected to be minimal and vary based on business needs.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly compensation range: $28.03 - $42.99, based on experience and qualifications.
- Background investigation required for candidates offered this position.
- Comprehensive technology setup provided, including laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse.
- Employees eligible to work from home receive a monthly connectivity reimbursement to offset internet costs.
Additional Information
- Employment-based visa sponsorship is generally not provided for this position.
- When working from home, a dedicated, private workspace free from distractions is required, along with appropriate desk and seating.
- Reliable internet connection required with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload.
Location
Remote with occasional travel to Virginia locations (Fairfax, Chesapeake, Richmond).