Legal Staff Paralegal in Katy, TX

Law Firm

Katy, TX

Legal Staff Paralegal in Katy, TX

Legal Staff

Min 2 yrs required

No

Job Title: Bilingual Litigation Legal Assistant

Job Responsibilities:
- Process incoming calls and correspondence from insureds, claimants, and agents regarding questions or problems associated with claims. Interact with underwriters and agents on claim resolution.
- Analyze information, including depositions, expert reports, attorney evaluations, and medical reports, gained from discovery during litigation to evaluate assigned claims to determine the extent of loss. Assign medical or other experts to the case and arrange for medical examinations when necessary.
- Evaluate, negotiate, and settle litigated claims within delegated authority. Handle litigation files from start to finish.
- Update cases on a continual basis to accurately reflect the status of each assigned file.
- Receive and approve expenses incurred to investigate, process, and handle a claim.
- Explore salvage and subrogation potential on all claims.
- Prepare for and participate in claims review and settlement conferences.
- Close claim by issuing check or denial and securing appropriate releases.
- Handle all E-filing.
- Manage disclosure and filings, subpoenas, exhibits, witness interviews, and experts.
- Follow up with opposing counsel or the State for evidence or other necessary items.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Information:
- Bilingual capability is required.
- Initial 2-week training will occur in Houston, TX, but the home base for this position will be in Katy, TX.

Salary Information:
- Compensation is $15 to $16 per hour.
- Employment is full-time with benefits offered, including dental, life, medical, paid time off, and vision.

Note: This position requires an initial training period in Houston, TX, before being based in Katy, TX, and offers room for growth with great incentives.