What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Legal Assistant position at Cohen Law Group?
Cohen Law Group is a reputable, growth-focused law firm based in Maitland, Florida, with a strong specialization in first-party insurance claims, focused on property damage. As part of our exciting expansion into Colorado, we are seeking exceptional legal talent to help lay the foundation for our future Denver presence and contribute to our ongoing success.
Position Overview:
We are looking for a proactive full time in office Senior Litigation Assistant/Paralegal, to support an attorney in managing first-party insurance claims, focused on property damage claims. The ideal candidate will bring 3-5 years of hands-on experience in first-party insurance claims, along with a demonstrated ability to think critically. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are looking for an opportunity to grow within an innovative firm, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis
Position Overview:
We are looking for a proactive full time in office Senior Litigation Assistant/Paralegal, to support an attorney in managing first-party insurance claims, focused on property damage claims. The ideal candidate will bring 3-5 years of hands-on experience in first-party insurance claims, along with a demonstrated ability to think critically. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are looking for an opportunity to grow within an innovative firm, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work closely with an experienced attorney to draft and review multiple legal documents daily: motions, pleadings, notices of deposition, discovery shells, subpoenas, settlement statements
- Filing in the e-Filing portal daily
- Provide daily follow ups with Opposing Counsel and third-party providers to set hearings, depositions, coordinate mediations, and prepare clients for meetings with the attorney
- Complete discovery with client and attorney: interrogatories, requests to produce, etc.
- Communicate specific and accurate information to the attorney, clients, and others
- Organize cases and calendar
- Investigate facts to help in the resolution of legal disputes
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
- Record and store client information
- Legal Research
- Process checks
- Other tasks as requested by the firm
- Organized
- Highly driven
- Self-motivated to anticipate and proactively assist in case needs
- Deadline Oriented
- Strong ability to multitask
- Familiarity with legal research required
- Prior work experience as a litigation assistant/paralegal in civil, Plaintiff’s firm
- Experience working in E-filing portal is required
- Working knowledge of County, Circuit, and Federal filing rules and regulations
- Ability to pass a background check
- Must be located in Denver, Colorado
- Dynamic, collaborative work environment with a team-oriented culture.
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development as the firm grows.
- Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) matching, dental, health, and vision insurance.
- $65,000-$85,000; commensurate with experience
- Competitive bonus structure
Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis
Salary : $65,000 - $85,000
