Insurance Coverage & Defense Paralegal

Masis Staffing Solutions; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

Retirement program

Job summary

Masis Staffing Solutions represents a fast-growing national law firm seeking an Insurance Coverage & Defense Paralegal in Austin, Texas. You will work with seasoned litigators on complex insurance defense, coverage analysis, and commercial litigation matters.

The role requires 3+ years of paralegal experience, strong knowledge of Texas and federal procedures, and meticulous file management. Base salary starts at $65,000 per year with potential bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of dedicated paralegal experience in insurance coverage, insurance defense, or complex civil litigation.
• Thorough working knowledge of Texas state and federal litigation procedures, court rules, discovery protocols, and insurance practice standards.

Responsibilities

• Case Management & File Review: Manage electronic discovery, complex factual records, claims histories, and primary/excess insurance policy documentation from pre-suit through trial.
• Document Drafting & Pleadings: Assist attorneys in drafting pleadings, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, coverage position letters, and preliminary motion filings.
• Special Investigations & EUO Support: Support coverage counsel with Examinations Under Oath (EUOs), fraud analysis, and multi-party insurance disputes.
• Pre-Trial & Trial Preparation: Organize exhibit binders, outline deposition packages, coordinate with expert witnesses, and manage court schedules and trial logistics.
• Dockets & E-Filing: Handle electronic filings across state and federal courts in Texas, keeping strict track of procedural deadlines, court calendars, and filing statutes.
• Billable Target: Maintain a baseline expectation of 1,200 billable hours per year while delivering high-quality, substantive legal work.

Skills

Extreme Ownership

Team First

Technical Skills

Tools

Litigation management platforms

Legal technology/analytics

e-filing systems

MS Office Suite

Job description

A fast-growing, full-service national law firm is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Insurance Coverage & Defense Paralegal to join its litigation practice in Austin, Texas. Our firm culture is built on Extreme Ownership, a Team First mindset, and continuous innovation.

About the Role

In this role, you will work alongside seasoned litigators handling complex, high-exposure insurance defense, coverage analysis, bad faith claims, and commercial litigation matters. We are seeking a dedicated paralegal who brings a results-driven approach, sharp legal acumen, and a high standard of client service to every file.

Responsibilities

• Case Management & File Review: Manage electronic discovery, complex factual records, claims histories, and primary/excess insurance policy documentation from pre-suit through trial.
• Document Drafting & Pleadings: Assist attorneys in drafting pleadings, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, coverage position letters, and preliminary motion filings.
• Special Investigations & EUO Support: Support coverage counsel with Examinations Under Oath (EUOs), fraud analysis, and multi-party insurance disputes.
• Pre-Trial & Trial Preparation: Organize exhibit binders, outline deposition packages, coordinate with expert witnesses, and manage court schedules and trial logistics.
• Dockets & E-Filing: Handle electronic filings across state and federal courts in Texas, keeping strict track of procedural deadlines, court calendars, and filing statutes.
• Billable Target: Maintain a baseline expectation of 1,200 billable hours per year while delivering high-quality, substantive legal work.

Qualifications

• Experience: 3+ years of dedicated paralegal experience in insurance coverage, insurance defense, or complex civil litigation.
• Legal Knowledge: Thorough working knowledge of Texas state and federal litigation procedures, court rules, discovery protocols, and insurance practice standards.

Required Skills

• Mindset & Values:
• Extreme Ownership: Takes full accountability for deliverables, deadlines, and proactive problem-solving.
• Team First & Entrepreneurial: Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to collaborating seamlessly across multi-office teams.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with modern litigation management platforms, legal technology/analytics, e-filing systems, and the MS Office Suite.

Pay range and compensation package

• Base Salary: $65,000/year and up, tailored to experience and expertise.
• Bonuses & Incentives: Access to origination incentives and discretionary annual performance bonuses.
• Benefits & Growth: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, retirement programs, paid time off, and ongoing opportunities for professional advancement.