The Paralegal provides support to attorneys in the Insurance & Reinsurance Litigation practice group and is responsible for preparing legal documents, conducting factual and legal research, managing case files, and coordinating client and third-party communications under attorney supervision. The role involves litigation matters arising from insurance and reinsurance relationships, and the Paralegal will develop and apply subject-matter knowledge specific to this practice area. The Paralegal plays a key role in delivering high-quality legal services while maintaining high standards of professionalism, accuracy, and confidentiality. There is an annual billable hour's requirement for this role.
Essential Responsibilities:- Draft, proofread, and revise legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, motions, briefs, and agreements under attorney direction.
- Conduct factual and legal research using online databases including Westlaw and LexisNexis, and summarize findings for attorney review.
- Perform fact and cite-checking of large briefs in accordance with applicable sources, including Bluebook citation standards, under tight deadlines.
- Organize and maintain physical and electronic case files, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and accessibility.
- Assist with all phases of the discovery process, including document collection, review, organization, and production.
- Prepare and file documents with federal, state, and local courts, including e-filing where applicable.
- Monitor deadlines and maintain case calendars; coordinating with attorneys to ensure timely completion of tasks and deliverables.
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and third parties under attorney supervision, maintaining a professional and responsive standard.
- Assist in trial, hearing, and arbitration preparation, including preparation of pretrial disclosures, trial binders, exhibit lists, and witness materials, and provide onsite logistical support.
- Coordinate logistics for depositions, mediations, hearings, arbitrations, and other legal proceedings.
- Review and summarize, contracts, insurance policies, financial documents, and other case-related materials for attorney use.
- Prepare and maintain detailed case chronologies and document indices to support matter management.
- Support discovery and case coordination in matters involving multiple parties, including management of confidentiality designations and privilege issues.
- Accurately enter and track billable time in the firm's timekeeping system in accordance with firm guidelines.
- Manage case coordination from intake through resolution, proactively anticipating attorney and client needs.
- Participate in the training and professional development of fellow paralegals on routine practice elements and established workflows.
- Provide administrative support, as needed, including scheduling, correspondence, and other operational tasks.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:- Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and court rules (federal, state, and local).
- Advanced knowledge with online government e-filing systems and electronic court filing procedures.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and legal research Platforms, including Westlaw and LexisNexis.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and professionally.
- Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail, with a demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Commitment to delivering high-quality service to both intenal and external clients in a professional and responsive manner.
- Demonstrated ability to always maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
- Familiarity with document management systems (e.g., iManage) and e-filing platforms.
- Self-motivated and results driven, with the ability to work independently with limited supervision in a high-performance, dynamic environment, while appropriately seeking guidance on complex matters.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team, promoting consistent and efficient workflow processes across hybrid and in-office settings.
- Ability to quickly learn and apply practice-area-specific terminology, document types, and workflows.
Required Education:- Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, Political Science, or a related field.
Preferred Education:Certification(s):- Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program highly preferred.
- Certified Paralegal (CP) designation through NALA or equivalent certification is beneficial.
Required Qualifications:- Minimum eight (8) years of progressive litigation experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.
- Interest in, or willingness to develop expertise in, insurance and reinsurance litigation subject matter.
Preferred Qualifications:- Deep, well-rounded experience across the litigation lifecycle, including discovery, motion practice, trial or arbitration preparation, and case resolution.
- Proficiency with e-discovery tools and platforms, including but not limited to Relativity and Concordance.
- Proven ability to support multiple attorneys simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-volume practice.
- Prior experience with insurance coverage litigation, bad-faith litigation, reinsurance disputes, or familiarity with common insurance products such as CGL, D&O, E&O, professional liability, or property/casualty policies.
- Working familiarity with insurance and reinsurance documentation, such as policies, endorsements, binders, claims files, and coverage correspondence.
- Demonstrated ability to independently draft and review legal documents with minimal supervision.
#LI-HybridThe Firm will comply with any applicable city or state workplace mandates in effect in regards to Covid-19.
This position description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the job. The statements contained in the position description are not necessarily all-inclusive and additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as determined by business needs.
This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Compensation is dependent on several factors, such as position, location, market, education, training, and/or experience.Hiring Salary Range:$135,000.00 - $155,000.00
