What are the responsibilities and job description for the Insurance Defense Paralegal position at Russo & Gould LLP?
Job Description
About the Role:
Seeking a highly motivated and experienced Defense Litigation Paralegal to join dynamic team in Cranford, NJ. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of litigation experience, with a focus on New Jersey law, and a proven ability to manage cases from inception through resolution. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities:
Please provide writing sample.
We offer competitive benefits, 401k, health and dental plans.
Salary Range 55K to 75K and commensurate with experience.
Annual and quarterly bonuses available based upon production.
Company Description
RUSSO & GOULD LLP is a civil litigation firm that defends corporations and individuals across a wide spectrum of civil liability and insurance matters. Our attorneys and staff have many years of experience aggressively defending cases, which has established our firm’s reputation for zealous advocacy with both the bench and bar. Our firm is dedicated to devising thoughtful and creative legal strategies to achieve our clients' specific needs and ultimate goals.
RUSSO & GOULD LLP is a civil litigation firm that defends corporations and individuals across a wide spectrum of civil liability and insurance matters. Our attorneys and staff have many years of experience aggressively defending cases, which has established our firm’s reputation for zealous advocacy with both the bench and bar. Our firm is dedicated to devising thoughtful and creative legal strategies to achieve our clients' specific needs and ultimate goals.
About the Role:
Seeking a highly motivated and experienced Defense Litigation Paralegal to join dynamic team in Cranford, NJ. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of litigation experience, with a focus on New Jersey law, and a proven ability to manage cases from inception through resolution. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities:
- Case Management: Handle defense litigation cases from start to finish, including drafting pleadings, discovery requests/responses, motions, and subpoenas.
- Document Preparation: Organize, analyze, and manage case files, medical records, and other litigation-related documents.
- Time Entry & Billing: Accurately track and enter daily time entries in compliance with firm and client billing guidelines.
- Legal Research: Conduct research on NJ and Federal laws, regulations, and procedures relevant to defense litigation matters.
- Communication: Liaise with attorneys, clients, experts, and court personnel to facilitate case progression. Maintain clear and professional communication.
- Court Deadlines: Monitor and calendar deadlines for filings, hearings, depositions, and trials to ensure timely compliance.
- Collaboration: Work collaboratively with legal teams, adopting a proactive and team-oriented approach to case strategy.
- Technology: Utilize Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) for document preparation, spreadsheets, and correspondence.
- Required:
- 5-7 years of experience as a defense litigation paralegal.
- Familiarity with New Jersey courts (State and Federal) procedures and e-filing systems.
- Proficiency in managing discovery, trial preparation, and document production.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet strict deadlines.
- Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Preferred:
- Experience in personal injury litigation.
- Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program or Bachelor’s degree.
Please provide writing sample.
We offer competitive benefits, 401k, health and dental plans.
Salary Range 55K to 75K and commensurate with experience.
Annual and quarterly bonuses available based upon production.
Company Description
RUSSO & GOULD LLP is a civil litigation firm that defends corporations and individuals across a wide spectrum of civil liability and insurance matters. Our attorneys and staff have many years of experience aggressively defending cases, which has established our firm’s reputation for zealous advocacy with both the bench and bar. Our firm is dedicated to devising thoughtful and creative legal strategies to achieve our clients' specific needs and ultimate goals.
RUSSO & GOULD LLP is a civil litigation firm that defends corporations and individuals across a wide spectrum of civil liability and insurance matters. Our attorneys and staff have many years of experience aggressively defending cases, which has established our firm’s reputation for zealous advocacy with both the bench and bar. Our firm is dedicated to devising thoughtful and creative legal strategies to achieve our clients' specific needs and ultimate goals.