What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Johnson & Bell, Ltd.?
Johnson & Bell, Ltd. is seeking to hire a full-time litigation paralegal for its Crown Point, Indiana office. The successful candidate will have experience in defense litigation, experience in drafting discovery, reviewing and compiling documents for production, preparing requests for medical records, and helping with trial preparations. Must be proficient in Word, detail-oriented, and have strong writing, organizational and communication skills. Trial experience a plus.
Qualifications
- Strong legal research skills using Lexis-Nexis
- Experience in legal case management and document review
- Proficient in legal drafting and writing skills
- Knowledge of litigation procedures and Microsoft Word
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
Lexis/Westlaw- JVR research etc.
Researching and retaining experts
Preparing medical chronologies and specials summaries
Preparing deposition Summaries
Use of Odyssey e-file and experience with federal court filing and/or rule 26 disclosures
Preparation of subpoenas for trial and medical records.
FOIA/APRA Requests process
Initiating discovery
Time keeping
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Crown Point, IN 46307
Salary : $60,000 - $65,000
