Paralegal

JOB DESCRIPTION

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:

Performs timely handling of highly sensitive issues and materials related to all areas of operation within the organization. Monitors files and escalates issues requiring attorney involvement Analyzes contracts, reports, medical reports, financial data, depositions, discovery, investigative and other documents, preparing summaries of same as requested. Collaborates with attorneys and business partners to gather information from clients and others Reviews client/business files providing oversight and suggestions to attorneys and others on appropriate action steps. May interview clients, witnesses and others as required. May locate, contact and act as liaison for expert witnesses in a variety of fields. Under attorney direction may draft, position papers, filings, pleadings, motions, interrogatories and other documents as necessary and assures organization of supporting files. May draft legal documents in compliance with court requests and applicable federal, state, local or administrative regulations. Drafts and prepares correspondence and other written documents as required. May be required to timely and accurately record tasks and time in billing system and meet minimum billing requirements in addition to performing non-billable tasks. May handle tracking and disposition of subpoenas or other requests for information. Keeps current with procedures used by local, state and federal courts or administrative agencies. Reviews and keeps current on evolving case law and new legislation affecting compliance and litigation within area of expertise Collaboratively works with legal staff on various projects. Responds to information requests. Maintains internal records in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

Reporting Relationship
Typically Manager or above

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

In depth knowledge of legal terminology, procedures and practices as well as overall general knowledge of the insurance industry and the business units. Requires a strong working knowledge of area of specialization (litigation defense tort and workers compensation). Solid analytical and drafting skills. Excellent internal/external customer interactive skills. Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office suite, legal research tools and business related software systems such as TeamConnect, Adobe, or others. Excellent organizational skills including ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks. Ability to work with and maintain confidential information. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey information in a clear, concise and effective manner.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree, and/or completion of an accredited paralegal program, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of three years of prior paralegal experience in area of responsibility (corporate, employment, securities, regulatory, defense litigation, coverage litigation). Insurance defense background strongly preferred. Multivenue experience or willingness to learn other venues strongly preferred.

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