Paralegal

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Paralegal to join their team. Under the direction of the Chief Legal Officer, the Paralegal will provide specialized legal and administrative support across legal, claims, governance, and operational functions. This role plays a key part in managing legal and contractual matters, ensuring compliance, and supporting efficient day-to-day operations. The main responsibilities will be responding to requests under the Public Records Act and pursuant to subpoenas issued.  The position will also be responsible for maintaining all contracts entered.  This will include review and recommendations on contract language.  Assistance may be needed with the issuance of Certificates of Insurance.  

Compensation Package

• Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000 per year
• Benefits: Competitive benefits package, 401(k), paid time off, professional development opportunities, etc.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, revise, and help negotiate contracts, agreements, amendments, and other legal documents related to the JPA Property & Liability Program.
• Evaluate contract language for consistency, legal sufficiency, risk transfer, indemnification, insurance requirements, and compliance standards and public agency requirements.
• Conduct legal and regulatory research related to public entity liability, contract law, Education Code, Government Code, the California Public Records Act, records retention, and other matters.
• Assist with the coordination and response to California Public Records Act requests, including gathering records, tracking deadlines, and supporting compliant responses.
• Support claims and litigation activities by organizing files, tracking deadlines, preparing materials, and coordinating with outside counsel, third-party administrators, brokers, investigators, and consultants.
• Prepare legal correspondence, summaries, reports, and Board or committee materials for attorney review and organizational use.
• Monitor legal, contractual, litigation, and compliance deadlines and support timely follow-up and resolution.
• Serve as a liaison with internal departments and external partners on routine legal, contractual, claims, and compliance matters.

Qualifications/Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in a related field (Paralegal Degree or Juris Doctorate preferred).
• Contract review and drafting experience
• Claim management or litigation experience with schools, colleges, or public entities preferred.
• Familiarity with California Government and Education codes preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and recordkeeping skills.

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Paralegal

Job Summary

A growing auto insurance organization is seeking a full-time Paralegal to support an expanding in-house law firm. This role will assist a small team of attorneys handling insurance defense cases. The ideal candidate will have experience with matters involving No-Fault/PIP, UM/UIM, and Bodily Injury suits.

Compensation Package

• Salary Range: $60,000 – $90,000
• Competitive benefits package, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, professional development opportunities, etc.

Responsibilities

• Support a team of attorneys with discovery-related tasks, including collecting medical records, preparing medical summaries and chronologies, managing appeals, and assisting with trial preparation.
• Communicate with attorneys, witnesses, and clients to schedule or confirm appearances.
• Review, edit, and update the litigation calendar, ensuring depositions and court appearances are confirmed.
• Draft legal documents and pleadings such as deposition notices, subpoenas, authorizations, motions, and certifications.
• Thrive in a high-volume environment while managing an electronic caseload.
• Prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced setting with strong organizational skills.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements

• College degree (4-year degree preferred).
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Paralegal in Personal Injury or Bodily Injury, with strong familiarity in litigation procedures, case management, and attorney support.
• Experience interacting with the Court, drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery; coordinating medical exams; scheduling court appearances and discovery; and managing case defense from inception through trial.
• Paralegal certification or equivalent education/experience required.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Litigation or insurance defense experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and spreadsheet analysis.

Disclaimer: Please note that this job description may not cover all duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role, and it is subject to modification at the employer’s discretion.

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