Paralegal

Plymouth Rock Assurance; Uniondale (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks accrued paid time off + 9 paid

Tuition Reimbursement

Health insurance options (medical, d

Wellness program and fitness reimburse

Auto and home insurance discounts

Matching gift opportunities

401(k) Employer Contribution up to 7.5

Company sponsored social events

Paid Family leave options including PA

Job summary

The Plymouth Rock Assurance is seeking a Paralegal to support the New York House Counsel team with NY Bodily Injury & Subrogation matters. The role demands meticulous attention to detail, experience in NY BI litigation, and the ability to meet deadlines.

Key duties include drafting BI pleadings, preparing arbitration submissions, reviewing NOI and jury demands, assisting with summary judgment motions, legal research, and preparing trial materials.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of litigation experience.
• Must have NY BI litigation knowledge.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.

Responsibilities

• Draft BI pleadings, discovery demands, responses, motions, subpoenas, and EBT notices.
• Prepare BI arbitration submissions and supplemental submissions.
• Review NOI and jury demands; assist with summary judgment motions.
• Conduct legal research on personal injury litigation.
• Assist with trial materials including subpoenas and witness contact.
• Upload documents to NYSCEF and AAA platforms; manage case data.
• Manage deadlines, appearances, and client inquiries.
• Collaborate with team to ensure efficiency and meet schedules.
• Handle special projects independently.

Skills

Litigation experience

NY BI litigation knowledge

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlo

Education

College degree

Paralegal certificate preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Paralegal will provide support to the New York House Counsel team to assist with all aspects of New York Bodily Injury &/or Subrogation practice. The position requires a candidate with a strong attention to detail, experience in New York BI litigation and the ability to meet deadlines.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Draft BI pleadings: including discovery demands, responses, motions, subpoenas, and EBT notices
• Prepare BI arbitration submissions and supplemental submissions
• Review/prepare NOI and jury demands
• Assist attorneys with substantive summary judgment motions, including liability & threshold motions to dismiss and necessary affidavits
• Help with legal research on all aspects of personal injury litigation
• Aid attorneys with preparing materials for trial including subpoenaing records & contacting witnesses
• Upload documents to AAA platform and file documents electronically via NYSCEF
• Diary deadline dates, appearances, dates, etc.
• Address client and/or claim inquiries and concerns
• Input and maintain information into case management system and ensure data integrity
• Execute tactics to ensure workforce efficiency and adherence to schedules
• Ability to perform the above duties independently and with minimal supervision
• Handle special projects as they arise
• Initiate and foster teamwork within the team to create and maintain an environment of partnership, quality service and superior organizational and analytical skills

Qualifications And Education

• College degree and/or Paralegal certificate preferred.
• Should possess a minimum of 3 years litigation experience
• Must have relevant legal and practical experience and knowledge of NY BI litigation
• Must have strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Must be proficient with computer (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook) and phone skills
• The applicant should be able to multi-task and prioritize work efficiently

Perks And Benefits

• 4 weeks accrued paid time off + 9 paid national holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Low cost and excellent coverage health insurance options (medical, dental, vision)
• Robust health and wellness program and fitness reimbursements
• Auto and home insurance discounts
• Matching gift opportunities
• Annual 401(k) Employer Contribution (up to 7.5% of your base salary)
• Company sponsored social events
• Various Paid Family leave options including Paid Parental Leave

Salary Range

$68,000 - $91,000 a year. Actual compensation will vary based on multiple factors, including employee knowledge and experience, role scope, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.

About The Company

The Plymouth Rock Company and its affiliated group of companies write and manage over $2 billion in personal and commercial auto and homeowner’s insurance throughout the Northeast and mid-Atlantic, where we have built an unparalleled reputation for service. We continuously invest in technology, our employees thrive in our empowering environment, and our customers are among the most loyal in the industry. The Plymouth Rock group of companies employs more than 1,900 people and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Plymouth Rock Assurance Corporation holds an A.M. Best rating of “A-/Excellent”.