Analysis Skills, Billing Records, Billing Software, CASE (Computer-Aided Software Engineering), Calendar Management, Case Management, Detail Oriented, Documentation, File Management, Insurance, Legal Documents, Legal Research, Litigation, Maintain Compliance, Medical Records, Medical Terminology, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, Personal Injury, Proofreading, Time Management
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Litigation Paralegal with experience in insurance defense to support attorneys in all phases of civil litigation. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of defense-side litigation procedures, including case management, discovery, and trial preparation.
Position Details:
- Salary: $80,000-$90,000
- Onsite position
- Direct Hire Opportunity
Key Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with all aspects of insurance defense litigation from inception through trial and appeal
- Draft, proofread, and file legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and correspondence
- Manage case files, including organizing and maintaining electronic and physical documents
- Coordinate and track discovery, including document production, interrogatories, and requests for admission
- Prepare deposition summaries, medical summaries, and chronologies
- Schedule and coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial dates
- Communicate with clients, insurance adjusters, experts, and opposing counsel
- Maintain case calendars and ensure compliance with court deadlines and procedural rules
- Assist with trial preparation, including preparing exhibits, trial binders, and witness files
- Review and analyze medical records, billing records, and other claim-related documentation
- E-file documents in state and federal courts
Required Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree; Paralegal certificate preferred
- 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience, with a focus on insurance defense
- Familiarity with state and federal court rules and procedures
- Experience handling high-volume caseloads
- Proficiency in legal research tools and case management software
- Strong knowledge of discovery processes and litigation timelines
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in areas such as personal injury defense, premises liability, or workers’ compensation
- Familiarity with medical terminology and records review
- Trial experience supporting attorneys in courtroom settings
- Experience using e-filing systems (e.g., PACER, state-specific systems)
- Knowledge of billing software and time entry
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off and holidays
If you feel you meet the above qualifications, please apply for immediate consideration.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other protected status under the law. EverStaff is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V/SO/GI).