PARALEGAL - MI

Support a small group of attorneys handling insurance defense cases.  The ideal candidate will have experience handling Personal Auto: No-Fault/PIP, UM/UIM, & Bodily Injury cases

Location: Detroit, MI / Hybrid Role

Salary: $75K - $100K

• Support 1-2 attorneys with discovery-related tasks, medical record collection, medical summaries/chronologies, appeals, and trial preparation. 
• Communicate in writing and verbally with attorneys, witnesses, and clients to schedule or confirm appearances
• Review, edit, and adjust the litigation calendar and confirm depositions and court appearances
• Draft legal documents and pleadings, including deposition notices, subpoenas, authorizations, motions, and certifications 
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume environment, managing an electronic-based case load.      
• Must be organized with the ability to multitask while prioritizing work.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements: 

• College Degree (4yr preferred) 
• Minimum of 1 year working as a Paralegal in Personal Injury or Bodily Injury with a strong understanding of legal processes, case management, and supporting attorneys in litigation or appeals.
• Specific experience interacting with the Court, drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery; coordinating medical exams, scheduling court appearances & discovery, and managing all aspects of the defense of cases from inception through trial.
• Paralegal Certification or equivalent education/experience required.
• Detail-oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Legal/law firm experience preferred, with litigation or insurance defense experience.
• Must possess excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills, as well as the ability to multitask. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a focus on Excel and spreadsheet analysis        

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