What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal – Insurance Defense position at ROBERTS MARKEL WEINBERG BUTLER HAILEY PC?
Description
We have a great opportunity for a Paralegal with 3-5 years of Insurance Defense Litigation experience in our Galleria location.
Qualified candidates must have a minimum of three years of full time experience as a billable paralegal or legal assistant. Candidates must be self-motivated, committed to excellence in the workplace, and have excellent attention to detail. Candidates must also have demonstrated ability to prioritize and balance competing demands and meet deadlines in a fast-paced professional environment. Excellent writing skills are required, and candidates must be proficient in the use of PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and database applications. Trial experience is preferred.
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong ability to multi-task; high level of time-management skills.
- Attentive to details with good follow through and follow up, possess the ability to anticipate what needs to be done.
- Superior verbal and written communication skills; excellent proofreading skills.
- Ability to effectively interact and communicate with others, both externally and internally all organizational levels and locations.
- Strong knowledge of MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Ability to learn and effectively utilize various computer applications and other forms of technology.
- Ability to maintain a customer/client focus and build rapport with others inside and outside the firm.
- High level of professionalism; maintain confidential information.
- Proven ability to take initiative in order to meet client/customer needs.
- Work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and remain calm in high pressure situations.
Training and Experience:
- Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Bachelor’s Degree or Paralegal Certificate a plus.
- Proficiency with e-filing.
- A minimum of three years experience in a similar position.
- May be required to act as a Notary Public.
- Business references required.
Benefits:
Some of our most popular additional benefits at our Firm include: flexible working environment, remote working, paid lunches, paid parking, and a wellness program which includes Corporate sponsored Lifetime Fitness memberships or gym reimbursements.
Compensation is based on experience. Bonus eligible. Firm benefits include 401(k) with matching, medical, dental, vision, supplemental policies, long term care, identity theft and legal services, life insurance, and pet insurance. The firm offers parental leave.
Roberts Markel Weinberg Butler Hailey PC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
RMWBH has been recognized as one of Houston’s Best Places to Work™ and Houston’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For™.
