Paralegal - ATLANTA candidates Only

Allstate; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Inclusivity and diversity recognition

Job summary

Allstate's Client Legal Services team is seeking a Specialist to provide essential paralegal support to attorneys, preparing legal documents and assisting in discovery and trial preparation under supervision.

This role emphasizes clear communication with stakeholders and maintaining information flow throughout the legal process, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency. A 4-year degree is preferred and 0–2 years experience is acceptable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 0–2 years experience preferred.
• Evidence gathering.
• Legal document preparation.
• Legal writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with identification and summarizing of relevant issues; continually monitor issues and update attorney as appropriate.
• Communicate with Claim Business Partners and Plaintiff Attorneys on case status.
• Review new and proposed legislation and determine applicability.
• Review new file assignments, draft initial pleadings (e.g. answer, motion, etc.), and draft discovery.
• Prepare brief to assist client in presenting case in small claims court.
• Draft responses to discovery demands.
• Assist clients in answering questions regarding discovery.
• Review and serve responses to discovery demands.
• Assist attorney in preparing materials for trial, arbitration or mediation.

Skills

Evidence Gathering

Legal Document Preparation

Legal Writing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Overview The Specialist role at Allstate provides essential paralegal support to Client Legal Services attorneys. This position involves preparing legal documents, facilitating the discovery process, and assisting in trial preparation under the supervision of attorneys. The Specialist plays a crucial role in ensuring effective communication with various stakeholders and maintaining the flow of information throughout the legal process. Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the identification and summarizing of relevant issues; continually monitor issues and update attorney, as appropriate
• Communicate with Claim Business Partners and Plaintiff Attorneys on case status
• Review new and proposed legislation and determine applicability
• Review new file assignments, draft initial pleadings (e.g. answer, motion, etc.), and draft discovery
• Prepare brief to assist client in presenting case in small claims court
• Draft responses to discovery demands
• Assist clients in answering questions regarding discovery
• Review and serve responses to discovery demands
• Assist attorney in preparing materials for trial, arbitration or mediation

Required Qualifications

• 4 year Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)
• 0-2 years experience (Preferred)
• Evidence Gathering
• Legal Document Preparation
• Legal Management Software
• Legal Writing

Litigation Benefits & Perks

• Flexible work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Inclusivity and diversity recognition awards