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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Our client, is a dynamic and customer-focused insurance carrier, committed to providing exceptional service to policyholders. They are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Litigation Paralegal to join their claims team. 

As a Litigation Paralegal, you will play a critical role in ensuring policyholders receive prompt and fair resolution of their claims. You will be responsible for investigating, evaluating, and negotiating homeowner and/or commercial liability claims, providing a high level of customer service throughout the process.

Responsibilities:

• Initiate prompt contact of all insureds/claimants/witnesses on all new claim assignments to conduct thorough coverage and liability/injury investigations. These investigations might require the representatives take in depth recorded statements to investigate coverage and liability/injury claims.
• Ability to read medical records and properly evaluate values in multiple jurisdictions to ensure proper reserve practices.
• Ability to recognize potential subrogation opportunities.
• Review insurance policies to determine coverage and assess the applicability of policy terms and conditions to the claims being investigated.
• Provide clear and accurate coverage opinions to internal stakeholders and insured parties.
• Engage in negotiation with claimants, legal representatives, and other involved parties to reach fair and timely settlements of both 1^st and 3^rd party claims. 
• Maintain detailed and organized claim files, documenting all relevant information, communications, and decisions.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in claims handling.
• Demonstrate a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service by responding to inquiries, addressing concerns, and keeping all parties informed throughout the claims process.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities and be adept at conflict resolution while working in a team environment.  Work well under pressure.
• Able to think strategically, solve problems, set priorities, make the necessary decisions to resolve complex/regular issues/claims

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four year college or university.
• Must have experience handling Litigated files.
• Capable of working independently without close supervision and ability to effectively manage workload while maintaining diary and focus on claim quality
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in liability claims adjusting.
• Strong knowledge of insurance policies, coverage issues, and relevant legal principles.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficient in claims management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to handle complex and high-exposure claims with a focus on resolution and customer satisfaction.
• Licenses: not required but would be a great bonus (MA, NY, CT, NH, PA, NJ)
• Must have: Homeowners Insurance experience (preferably with a carrier)

Salary/Benefits:

• $85K to $110K (we can be flexible)
• Hybrid (4 days in-office/week) (they can choose which remote day they want)
• 401k matching employer contributions
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits 

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