Legal Department- Paralegal

Fred Loya Insurance was established in 1974 and has grown to be one of the Largest Hispanic Top 500 Owned and Operated Companies in the United States. Our commitment to providing fast, dependable service and competitive rates for general auto insurance has made us one of the fastest growing auto insurance groups with over 500 agencies throughout Texas, California, New Mexico, Colorado, Illinois, Georgia, Arizona, and Nevada.

Key Responsibilities:

• Organize and maintain case files, request necessary documents, and keep cases well-organized.
• Manage and review the legal calendar, meet deadlines, document actions, and input information into the file database.
• Draft legal documents and standard letters and assist with drafting pleadings, drafting responses to discovery, drafting motions and orders to file with the court, scheduling depositions, mediations, hearings, and electronic filings.
• Interface with clients, claims adjusters, court clerks, and court reporters.
• Review, document, and distribute mail and e-mails as necessary.
• Required knowledge of the litigation process including opening new files, answering discovery, filing motions and pleadings, maintaining and scheduling appointments, and assisting in trial preparation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Required Skills:

• Energetic, organized, and able to work independently.
• Professional appearance and pleasant personality.
• Ability to provide previous employment references and pass a background check upon a conditional offer of employment.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Paralegal/Legal Assistant
• Must be proficient with the State E-filing system.
• Proficiency in all aspects of the civil litigation process and rules.
• Computer literacy is essential.
• Bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish are a plus.

Benefits:

As a team member with our In-House Staff Counsel, we provide comprehensive benefits packages, including health insurance, dental, vision coverage, supplemental policies and retirement plans. #

Legal Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $23.77 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required) Ability to

Commute:

McAllen, TX 78504 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

McAllen, TX 78504: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person