Insurance Defense Paralegal

Jobot; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

AD&D insurance

Dental insurance

Free parking

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a paralegal with 2+ years of experience, preferably in insurance defense, to support attorneys in litigation tasks and discovery. You will handle e-filing, research, discovery responses, and medical record summaries.

This role requires strong organizational skills, meticulous billing, and the ability to work independently or in a team. An equivalent paralegal certification is preferred by the firm.

Qualifications

• 2+ years paralegal experience, preferably in insurance defense.
• Proficient in e-filing and legal software.
• Strong legal research skills with ability to analyze complex materials.
• Experience in litigation support, including discovery responses/ objections.
• Familiarity with medical records and ability to summarize information.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage calendars and deadlines.
• Experience with time entries and billing in a legal setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive, able to work independently and in a team.
• Paralegal certification or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting attorneys with litigation tasks including discovery, filings, and trial prep.
• Use e-file systems to ensure accurate and timely filing of documents.
• Conduct thorough legal research to support case development and strategy.
• Provide litigation support by preparing discovery responses/ objections.
• Review and summarize medical records and other case-related docs.
• Manage time entries and billing accurately and promptly.
• Maintain an organized calendar of deadlines, court dates, and events.
• Collaborate with attorneys, clients, and others to ensure effective case progression.
• Perform administrative tasks such as document management and client intake as needed.

Skills

Paralegal

E-filing

Legal research

Litigation support

Medical records

Time tracking

Billing

Calendar management

Communication

Paralegal cert

Education

Paralegal certification

Tools

E-filing software

Job description

Job details

Great Firm

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ethan Goldman

Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a well known insurance defense firm. Their practice areas include premises liability, automobile liability, trucking and transportation, motor carrier and freight broker liability, personal injury protection, admiralty and maritime, negligent security, medical malpractice, etc.

Why join us?

• 401(k)
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• 1. Assisting attorneys with all aspects of litigation including discovery, court filings, and trial preparation.
• 2. Utilizing e-file systems to ensure accurate and timely filing of legal documents.
• 3. Conducting thorough legal research and analysis to support case development and strategy.
• 4. Providing litigation support by preparing discovery responses and objections.
• 5. Reviewing and summarizing medical records and other case-related documents.
• 6. Managing time entries and billing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• 7. Maintaining an organized calendar of case deadlines, court dates, and other important events.
• 8. Collaborating with attorneys, clients, and other parties to ensure effective communication and case progression.
• 9. Performing administrative tasks such as document management, correspondence, and client intake as needed.

Qualifications:

• 1. A minimum of 2 years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in insurance defense.
• 2. Proficiency in e-filing and other legal software.
• 3. Strong legal research skills with the ability to analyze complex legal materials.
• 4. Experience in litigation support, including preparing discovery responses and objections.
• 5. Familiarity with medical records and the ability to accurately summarize pertinent information.
• 6. Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage a busy calendar and meet deadlines.
• 7. Experience with time entries and billing in a legal setting.
• 8. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• 9. A proactive approach to work, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• 10. A paralegal certification or equivalent legal qualification is preferred.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.