Paralegal

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Support house counsel with pre-trial activities.

• Draft responses, motions, briefs, pleadings, appeals, letters, and various legal documents.

• Perform legal research and collect information for claim cases.

• Prepare and reply to discovery requests, which include interrogatories, requests for admissions, and document inspections.

• Communicate with clients, attorneys, claims personnel, and other parties about case updates and legal procedures.

• Secure extensions and ensure that objections and responses are submitted promptly and accurately.

• File pleadings, prepare affidavits of documents, and manage digital case files.

• Create administrative reports, such as initial opinions, discovery summaries, medical record summaries, and pre- and post-trial reports.

• Assist attorneys with trial readiness, including preparing exhibits, trial books, motions in limine, expert witness lists, and statements of the case.

• Research statutes, judicial rulings, legal articles, depositions, legal codes, case law, vehicle valuations, medical treatment, aerial maps, and policy language.

• Investigate facts and causes of action.

• Support insureds in Small Claims cases by drafting trial briefs, prepping insureds for trial, attending trials, and defending the company when named.

• Collect and assess file evidence and prepare for hearings.

• Manage and adjust priorities to complete assignments within deadlines.

⛳️ Requirements

• Completion of a paralegal program accredited by the American Bar Association; or a qualifying postsecondary paralegal/legal-course credential; or a BA/advanced degree with relevant law-related experience and attorney declaration; or a high school diploma/GED with applicable law-related experience and attorney declaration.

• Minimum of 0-2 years of experience as an insurance defense paralegal and/or equivalent experience in insurance defense litigation.

• Basic understanding of legal principles, terminology, and procedures.

• Written communication skills to draft legal documents that support and respond to discovery, depositions, and motions.

• Capability to proofread and edit documents for precision.

• Ability to operate effectively in a paperless environment.

• Proficient in effective correspondence with clients, attorneys, and other parties involved.

• Knowledgeable and skilled in word processing and case management software.

• Completion of 4 hours of continuing education or the necessary hours of education in accordance with state regulations.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Flexibility to work remotely from anywhere in the United States for most roles.

• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, 9 paid Company holidays, and volunteer hours.

• Incentive bonus programs that may include holiday bonuses, referral bonuses, and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching.

• A dynamic and engaging work environment.

• Opportunities for advancement.

• Education assistance available.

• Opportunities for both professional and personal development.

• Company recognition program.

• Health and wellness resources, including complimentary mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and more.

• Potential for bonuses.