Legal Assistant/Legal Paraprofessional (Remote)
Job Description:
Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Assistant or Legal Paraprofessional to join our team remotely. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in the insurance industry and possess strong organizational, research, and communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to support our legal team in various aspects of insurance-related legal matters from a remote location.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist attorneys with case management and litigation support in insurance-related matters.
- Conduct legal research and analysis on insurance laws, regulations, and case precedents.
- Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements.
- Coordinate with internal departments and external parties, including clients, opposing counsel, and insurance adjusters.
- Maintain and organize case files, including electronic filing systems and document management.
- Prepare and respond to discovery requests, subpoenas, and other legal documents.
- Assist in trial preparation, including witness coordination and exhibit preparation.
- Provide administrative support to attorneys, including calendar management, scheduling, and correspondence.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or related field.
- Minimum of 5-10 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Paraprofessional in the insurance industry.
- Strong understanding of insurance law, regulations, and procedures.
- Proficiency in legal research tools and databases.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and organization.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software applications.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Paralegal certification or equivalent qualification.
- Experience working remotely or in a virtual team environment.
- Knowledge of litigation and trial procedures.
- Familiarity with electronic discovery (e-discovery) tools and processes.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
Join Our Team: If you are an experienced legal professional with a background in the insurance industry and are looking for a remote opportunity to contribute to a dynamic legal team, we encourage you to apply for the Legal Assistant/Legal Paraprofessional position. This role offers the flexibility of remote work along with the opportunity to work on challenging and impactful legal matters
Required Skills:
Attorneys Legal Research Offers Settlement Insurance Filing Databases Regulations Scheduling Pressure Research Preparation Software Microsoft Office Communication Management