Subrogation Paralegal Specialist

Overview

This role involves supporting litigation efforts by managing subrogation claims from inception to resolution. The paralegal will handle case files, draft legal documents, and collaborate with attorneys to prepare for trials, mediations, and settlement conferences. This position offers exposure to complex litigation and requires strong organizational skills to manage a high-volume caseload efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a large number of pending subrogation files, prioritizing tasks and tracking deadlines to ensure timely case progression.
• Collaborate with attorneys to discuss case details, develop legal strategies, and plan subrogation claims.
• Gather and organize documents, evidence, and conduct legal research for hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions.
• Open new case files, review initial documentation, and prepare demand letters for payment.
• Provide regular updates to attorneys on case status, including demand letters, discovery responses, and filings.
• Draft pleadings, discovery responses, motions, and other legal documents for attorney review and submission.
• Handle legal filings in compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and other legal proceedings to observe and assist; may represent the organization in routine matters under supervision.
• Participate in training and mentorship programs to develop legal skills and gain exposure to complex legal work.

Requirements

• Must meet the minimum qualifications for paralegals as defined by applicable state law.
• 0-2 years of experience preferred.
• Experience as a paralegal with a focus on subrogation, insurance defense, or civil litigation preferred.
• Experience managing high-volume caseloads in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Familiarity with legal procedures including pleadings, discovery, motions, and court filings.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and prioritize effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position does not have supervisory duties.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly compensation ranges from $28.03 to $42.99, based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive technology setup provided, including laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse.
• For employees eligible to work from home, a monthly connectivity reimbursement is provided to offset internet costs.
• Flexible work arrangements with predictable schedules and no billable hours.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Additional Information

• Candidates will be required to submit to a background investigation.
• The organization generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
• Remote work requires a dedicated, private workspace free from distractions, appropriate desk and seating, and reliable internet with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload.

Location

• This position is subject to applicable state laws and regulations.
• Specific references to Indiana state law and veteran status protections apply.
• Information regarding fair chance hiring ordinances for San Francisco and Los Angeles is acknowledged but not linked.

Equal Employment Opportunity

• The employer maintains a policy prohibiting discrimination based on ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health decisions, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (including traits historically associated with race), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation.
• This policy applies to all aspects of employment including hiring, training, salary, promotion, job assignment, benefits, discipline, and separation.