Associate Paralegal, Claim

This position performs a variety of routine paralegal duties and legal administrative duties for assigned attorneys, many of which are unique to a legal environment and require a working knowledge of legal concepts, terminology, and processes.

• Compiles and/or drafts legal documents for review and use by attorneys
• Prepares initial pleadings and filings
• Prepares exhibits and other demonstrative evidence
• Coordinates requests between multiple parties involved in litigation
• Subpoenas records
• Conducts preliminary legal research as necessary
• Assists attorney in trial as needed
• Captures time and records billable time in accordance with policies and procedures
• Reviews incoming mail to determine urgency and work with attorneys accordingly to draft and handle correspondence and email
• Acts as a liaison with experts and witnesses in scheduling/coordinating appearances and/or depositions along with documentation retrieval
• Schedule/coordinates depositions, medical examinations and other court designated hearings
• Retains court reporters and interpreters, if necessary
• Maintains attorney calendar as well as maintains diary and tickler dates appropriately
• Reviews calendar daily and proactively handle upcoming events and determine dates upon which various pleadings must be served and filed
• Inputs and maintains information into case management system and ensure data integrity
• Assists with projects as requested
• May include all or the majority but not limited to these components
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Paralegal or litigation/claim experience preferred
• Insurance related experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office and PDF Software
• Advanced interpersonal skills to communicate with court personnel, other attorneys and their staff, clients, witnesses and outside vendors
• Advanced grammar and writing skills
• Basic knowledge of general law office procedures and local court/jurisdiction rules and procedures
• Highly proficient with the usage of a case management system and other software applications such as Microsoft Office
• Ability to learn proprietary software systems
• Ability to identify urgency and prioritize tasks accordingly
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Basic research and analytical skills
• Paralegal Certification from an ABA-Certified program

• Health Insurance
• 401k matching
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Program
• Volunteer Encouragement

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