Insurance Defense Paralegal
Job Description
Job Summary:
The Paralegal will assist attorney(s) by providing clerical and research support services including document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses; research, investigations, and fact checking; and trial preparation.
Duties/Responsibilities:
* Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
* Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
* Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
* Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
* Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
* Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
* Performs other related duties as assigned.
* Manage a large caseload while supporting multiple attorneys
Required Skills/Abilities:
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
* Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
* Strict adherence to our firm's and our multiple client's varying report structure/requirements
* Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
* Familiarity with state courts, including e-filing procedures
* Experience in drafting legal documents
* Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment
* Proficiency in Lexis Advance for legal research
Education and Experience:
* Highschool Diploma or equivalent
* Minimum 5 years of experience as Insurance Defense Paralegal