Paralegal Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

About the Firm We are a fast-paced law firm focused on insurance defense and subrogation matters, representing insurers, businesses, and individuals in a wide range of civil litigation cases. Our team is committed to delivering efficient, high-quality legal services while maintaining a collaborative and supportive work environment.

About the Role We are seeking an experienced Paralegal/Legal Assistant with a background in civil litigation, preferably in insurance defense and/or subrogation. This role is essential in supporting attorneys through all stages of litigation—from case intake through trial—while ensuring deadlines are met and files are maintained with precision. Key Responsibilities · Draft, format, and file pleadings, motions, and discovery documents · Handle high-volume case management for insurance defense and subrogation files · E-file in state and federal courts and track filing deadlines · Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files · Assist with discovery, including drafting interrogatories, requests for production, and responses · Coordinate depositions, inspections, mediations, and hearings · Prepare trial materials, exhibits, and binders · Communicate professionally with clients, insurance adjusters, experts, and opposing counsel · Review medical records, bills, and claim-related documents · Assist with subrogation recovery tracking and lien documentation

Qualifications · 2+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant in civil litigation · Prior experience in insurance defense and/or subrogation strongly preferred · Familiarity with litigation procedures, deadlines, and court rules · Experience with e-filing in state and federal courts · Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) · Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines · Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Skills · Experience working with insurance carriers and adjusters · Knowledge of medical terminology and billing records · Familiarity with case management and billing software (e.g., Clio, Time Matters, or similar) · Trial preparation experience · Paralegal certificate is a plus