Paralegal - Insurance Defense

Russo & Gould LLP; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,817 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health and dental plans

401(k)

Annual and quarterly bonuses based on productivity

Job summary

Russo & Gould LLP, located in Philadelphia, is hiring an experienced Insurance Defense Paralegal. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of insurance defense experience and will play a vital role in case preparation, client communication, and supporting attorneys throughout all litigation phases. This position can be full-time or part-time, with a competitive hourly salary ranging from $26 to $33, plus benefits including health plans and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of insurance defense paralegal experience.
• Strong writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with NYSCEF, e-filing, and litigation support systems.

Responsibilities

• Draft and respond to discovery demands.
• Prepare, assemble, and file motions.
• Navigate NYSCEF and e-filing systems.
• Monitor deadlines and ensure adherence to state and federal requirements.
• Conduct research to support litigation strategy.

Skills

Insurance defense experience

Writing skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Proficiency with NYSCEF and e-filing

Job description

Russo & Gould LLP, a respected civil litigation firm with a long-standing reputation for zealous advocacy and strategic defense, is seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Paralegal to join our growing team. We represent corporations and individuals across a wide range of civil liability and insurance matters, and we pride ourselves on delivering thoughtful, creative, and results‑driven legal strategies.

About the Role

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of insurance defense experience and be comfortable working in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment. You will support attorneys throughout all phases of litigation and play a key role in case preparation, organization, and client communication. This can be a full-time or part-time position. Knowledge of New Jersey insurance defense practice is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Discovery Preparation– Draft and respond to discovery demands; organize and track document production.
• Motion Practice– Prepare, assemble, and file motions; ensure compliance with court rules.
• Court Procedures– Navigate NYSCEF and e‑filing systems; manage filings, conferences, and scheduling.
• Regulatory Compliance– Monitor deadlines and ensure adherence to state and federal requirements.
• Legal Research– Conduct research to support litigation strategy and case development.
• Fact Investigation– Gather and analyze case facts to assist with negotiations and case evaluation.
• Client & Vendor Communication– Communicate professionally with clients, insurance professionals, experts, and vendors.
• Correspondence Drafting– Prepare routine letters regarding IMEs, authorizations, deposition scheduling, and document requests.
• Calendar & Case Management– Manage multiple attorney and client calendars; track deadlines and milestones.
• Document Management– Utilize document management systems to search, organize, and properly name/save case materials.
• Billing Support– Assist with general billing practices and time entry.
• Team Collaboration– Work closely with attorneys and staff in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of insurance defense paralegal experience
• Strong writing, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficiency with NYSCEF, e‑filing, and litigation support systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with diligence and accuracy
• A proactive, team‑oriented mindset
• Salary Range: $26 – $33 hourly (commensurate with experience)
• Bonuses: Annual and quarterly bonuses based on productivity
• Benefits: Competitive health and dental plans, 401(k), and additional firm benefits