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Orion Placement

Insurance Defense Litigation Paralegal

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What they do

A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.

$61,331 / year median in Michigan

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

Why This Is a Great Opportunity Join a well-established litigation team with a long-standing reputation for excellence in insurance defense and civil litigation. Gain hands-on experience supporting attorneys on meaningful, fast-paced cases from start to finish. Work in a collaborative, team-oriented office where your contributions are recognized and valued. Build long-term career stability with opportunities to expand your litigation knowledge and responsibilities. Enjoy a professional environment that encourages growth, organization, and high-quality client service.
Location:
This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Troy, Michigan, where you'll work closely with experienced attorneys and legal professionals in a collaborative office setting.
Note:
Candidates must have at least 1+ year of litigation support experience in a law firm. Experience ordering, reviewing, and summarizing medical records is strongly preferred and will be considered a significant advantage. About Us We are a well-established law firm with decades of experience representing clients in complex insurance defense, corporate, and civil litigation matters. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional legal service while fostering a collaborative, professional environment where employees can grow and succeed. Confidential Employer. Job Description Support attorneys throughout all phases of litigation from case opening through resolution. Draft, revise, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents. Prepare and coordinate court filings while ensuring compliance with filing deadlines and court procedures. Maintain attorney calendars, litigation deadlines, case files, and document management systems. Schedule depositions, hearings, mediations, meetings, and client communications. Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, medical providers, and vendors. Assist with obtaining, organizing, reviewing, and summarizing medical records when needed. Prepare exhibits, trial notebooks, and other case materials for hearings and trial preparation. Help ensure matters progress efficiently by tracking deadlines and providing proactive litigation support. Qualifications 1+ year of litigation support experience in a law firm. Experience as a Litigation Paralegal or Litigation Legal Assistant. Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail. Experience preparing legal documents and managing litigation deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard legal office software. Experience ordering, reviewing, and summarizing medical records is preferred. Insurance defense experience is a plus but not required. Why You Will Love Working Here You'll become part of a respected legal team where your work directly contributes to successful case outcomes. We value professionalism, teamwork, and continuous learning while providing a stable environment where you can build a long-term legal career supporting experienced litigation attorneys.
JPC-1487
Pay:
$50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s):
Yes/No:
Have you ordered, reviewed, or summarized medical records as part of your legal support experience? Briefly explain which role on your resume best aligns with this position and why. If you have any resume gaps, please briefly explain. This role is on site at the Troy, MI, location. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N In what city/state do you currently reside? What base salary range would you need to make a move? Pls keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.
Experience:
litigation support: 1 year (Required)
Work Location:
In person