Closing Paralegal

Knrlegal; Fairlawn (OH); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

KNRLEGAL is seeking a Closing Paralegal for in-office support under supervision of Attorneys and Paralegal Manager. Duties include document prep, client communication, and case closure tasks. Strong MS Office skills and attention to detail are essential.

The role emphasizes meeting management, dispute resolution, and coordination with clients and insurance adjusters. A high school diploma or GED is required, with preferred paralegal credentials.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Three to five years relevant work experience in related field such as insurance and/or medical billing, insurance verification or accounting.
• Prefer Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate.
• Strong command of English grammar, usage, punctuation and spelling.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment.

Responsibilities

• Logging daily mail and drafting correspondence in day-to-day case management.
• Balance verifications and assist with subrogation lien interests.
• Prepare files for litigation transfer when necessary.
• Assist Attorney with settlement paperwork and disbursements.
• Communicate with clients, Attorneys and insurance adjusters regarding case status.
• Attend quarterly meetings and participate in weekly/monthly team updates.

Skills

MS Office

Legal terminology

Client communication

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal Certificate

Job description

Description

The Closing Paralegal provides clerical support on prelitigation files under the direct supervision of their Attorney and Paralegal Manager. The position will assist attorney(s) by providing support services including document preparation and review; communicating with clients, and other administrative duties related to the closure of the case.

Primary Tasks:

1. Case Management

• Logging daily mail and drafting any correspondence necessary in the day-to-day case management
• Balance verifications
• Assistance with the resolution and protection of all subrogation lien interests
• Preparation of file for litigation transfer when necessary
• Assist Attorney with settlement paperwork and disbursements
• Performs other related duties as assigned

2. Meeting goals set by management

3. Communicating and corresponding with clients, Attorney, and insurance adjusters regarding case status

• Consistent client contacts
• Weekly reports
• Monthly team meetings
• Attend Quarterly Meetings (mandatory)
• Regular, consistent, punctual attendance.

Requirements

Skills:

• Strong working knowledge of MS Office, and the ability to operate standard office equipment
• Understanding legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
• Standard clerical and general office administration procedures.
• High command of English grammar, usage, punctuation, and spelling.
• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task while maintaining organization
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
  

Attributes:

Experience and Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Three to five years relevant work experience in related field such as insurance and/or medical billing, insurance verification or accounting.
• Prefer Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• This job operates in a professional office environment. Exposure to computer screens and low level of noise.

This job is a Monday - Friday in-office position

Equal Opportunity Employer