Job Type:

Full timeJob description :

We are seeking an experienced paralegal to support the firm's attorneys in all aspects of insurance coverage litigation. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of legal experience, strong organizational and communication skills; and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment.

Responsibilities :

Assist attorneys with all stages of litigation, from case intake and investigation through discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, post-trial matters, and appellate practice. Prepare, finalize, and file legal documents, including motions, discovery materials, agreements, and related submissions, in state and federal courts throughout the country. Maintain professional and responsive communications with clients, experts, witnesses, vendors, court personnel, and other case-related contacts. Manage and support the discovery process, including preparing and serving state and federal subpoenas, locating witnesses, scheduling depositions, assisting with deposition preparation, drafting discovery requests and responses, and preparing pleadings and memoranda. Assist with document review and production workflows using e-discovery programs, such as Relativity, and coordinate production materials, privilege logs, and related quality-control production tasks. Conduct factual research and investigation, including locating and reviewing public records, case materials, court filings, and other relevant sources.

Manage case files:

organizing, tracking, and maintaining matter materials; monitoring calendars; and ensuring litigation deadlines are met. Use litigation databases, such as Westlaw, and other online research tools to organize information, retrieve materials, and conduct legal and factual research, as needed.

Qualifications :

A minimum of three years of experience in a legal environment, preferably with litigation, insurance coverage, or law firm experience.

Ability to prioritize competing deadlines, manage multiple assignments, and collaborate effectively with attorneys, staff, clients, and outside contacts.

Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work independently while maintaining excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and remain organized under pressure.

Exercise discretion when handling confidential, privileged, and sensitive information.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) is required; experience with e-filing systems, document management platforms, legal research tools, or e-discovery software is a plus.

A four-year college degree and paralegal certificate are preferred.