Paralegal

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Position Overview:

The Paralegal reports directly to his or her assigned attorney and is trained and specialized to assist the attorney to resolve cases in litigating effectively by conducting legal research, investigating facts, and drafting legal documents.

Essential Job Functions:

Maintain the organization of the digital file system Keep discovery documents organized for use throughout litigation and to transform discovery documents to exhibits for trial Prepare the first draft of documents, such as written discovery, written discovery responses, document production, witness list, expert list, exhibit lists, etc. Draft and serve template discovery documents, such as notices, discovery subpoenas, and trial subpoenas, etc. Prepare legal correspondence related to discovery to be issued to counsel and court Review, prepare, and provide folders for attorney's events, such as expert depositions, hearings on motions for summary judgment and evidentiary motions, etc. Attend depositions and trials Verbally communicate with law firms, witnesses, experts, the judiciary, etc. Communicate with various internal departments, such as claims, SIU, underwriting, etc. Meet paralegal's deadlines to assist the attorney's deadlines Input billing for daily activity

Marginal Job Functions:

Compile, analyze, and organize information Assist attorneys in a legal office Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Paralegal skills for litigation, including an understanding of the rules of procedures and of substantive laws Attention to detail Ability to handle heavy call volumes Ability to work independently as well as a team player Dependable and reliable Ability to multi-task Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook and Adobe Keen observation skills Excellent time management skills Strong organizational skills Impressive communication skills

Frequency:

Rarely (0-15%) Occasionally (16-45%) Frequently (46-100%) Equipment _F__ telephone _F__ copier _F__ computer _R__ fax machine

Physical Requirements:

_R__ standing _F__ sitting _R__ lifting 20 lbs. _R__ carrying _O_ walking _R__ driving _F_ typing _F_ talking

Mental Requirements:

_F__ problem-solve _F__ make decisions _O__ supervise _F__ interpret data _F__ organize _F__ write _F__ plan

Working Conditions:

_F__ indoor _R__ outdoor _R__ high temperatures _R__ cold temperatures _R__ loud noise #ZR Benefit Highlights Industry leading medical, dental and vision insurance plan 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match of 100% on up to 5% of compensation (match is fully-vested immediately) Generous PTO policy Eligible for performance based bonuses