Client Tort Paralegal Aide

CorVel Co.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Under supervision, this position performs paralegal tasks associated with the defense of personal injury matters through various stages of legal proceedings in response to departmental needs. This job is dedicated to the CorVel and New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority contract.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Investigative reports and other documents
• Review and handle requests for investigation and discovery
• Respond to court orders
• Prepare expert exchanges and trial subpoenas
• Conduct legal research
• Coordinate scheduling of witnesses for depositions and trial
• Aid in the management of cases throughout litigation

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years of law firm experience
• Paralegal experience required
• Experience in torts is preferred
• Completion of paralegal course of study in a program approved by the American Bar Association

PAY RANGE:

CorVel uses a market-based approach to pay and our salary ranges may vary depending on your location. Pay rates are established taking into account the following factors: federal, state, and local minimum wage requirements, the geographic location differential, job-related skills, experience, qualifications, internal employee equity, and market conditions. Our ranges may be modified at any time.

For leveled roles (I, II, III, Senior, Lead, etc.), new hires may be slotted into a different level, either up or down, based on assessment during the interview process taking into consideration experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role. The level may impact the salary range and these adjustments would be clarified during the offer process.

CorVel is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.