Job Title: Paralegal
Job Responsibilities:
- Draft legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, and contracts.
- Manage discovery, including organizing, reviewing, and producing documents.
- Obtain, review, and summarize medical records, bills, and other key case materials.
- Support attorneys with trial preparation and attend hearings or trials as needed.
- Conduct legal research and summarize findings.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and calendars.
- Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and experts.
- Track and record billable hours in accordance with law firm guidelines.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Information:
- At least 2 years of experience in a similar role, with a preference for insurance defense experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
- Basic knowledge of court and administrative proceedings.
- Familiarity with lawsuit summaries, litigation files, and legal record maintenance.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Must meet billing goal expectations.
- Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job.
Salary Information:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary options.
- Firm-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
- 401(k) with profit sharing.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and parental leave.
- Regular firm-sponsored social events.
