What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal / Legal assistant position at Insurance Litigation Group?
Job Description
Job Description
Salary : Summary :
The ideal candidate should have 2 years experience in preparing cases forstate & federal trial. Be experienced in organizing documents, preparing indices of claim file materials in preparation for depositions and trials and preparing witness and exhibit lists, for use at trial
Must have strong communication and writing skills and ability to multi-task with tolerance and success.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities :
Oversee a case load going to trial by managing files and documents;
Coordinating with support services, clients, opposing law firms, and courts;
Scheduling, calendaring and Managingstate & federal trialcourt docket calendar;
Prepare trial notebooks;
Prepare witness and exhibit lists;
Preparing exhibits for use at trial;
Prepare motions;
Prepare indices of claim file materials for depositions; and
Identify and prepare materials for attorney use at depositions and hearings.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities :
Knowledgeable it the steps & times lines leading to trial in both State & Federal court.
Thoroughness and attention to detail
Strong communication skill (verbal and written) effective in obtaining information and documents from OC & Clients
Excellent organizational & follow up skills
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively
Motivated and aggressive
Proactive and results oriented
Must demonstrate a sense of urgency
Must be a team player, personable
Must be technologically savvy, very comfortable using process management systemsand fully and effectively utilizes available technology and automation.
Compensation Benefits :
Salary, commensurate with experience, plus an aggressive Bonus program is also offered. Individual Medical insurance premiums are paid by the firm at 80% for the base plan a 50% Gap Insurance contribution & an FSA plan. A very generous PTO package is also provided. FL. Bar dues & certain CLE classes are also paid for by the firm.
Job Type : Full-time
Benefits :
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule :
Experience :
Work Location : In person