Paralegal | Insurance Defense | 145709
Dallas
Job Description Job Description Legal Sidekick Wanted: Litigation Paralegal
In the legal profession, our paralegals are the unsung heroes. Their dedication and meticulous attention to detail ensure justice is served. This is your opportunity to join our team and be valued for all your hard work.
About the Firm:
We are a well established, full-service defense litigation firm in Dallas. Our practice encompasses construction, personal injury, premise liability and personal injury insurance defense. Our firm is committed to upholding the highest standards of justice and integrity. We are seeking an experienced and self-directed civil litigation paralegal preferably with insurance defense experience. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, with strong organizational and communication skills.
What We Offer:
Dynamic Work Environment: Work alongside top-tier legal professionals in a firm that values precision and dedication.
Competitive Compensation and benefits
Supportive Team: Be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values your contributions.
Key Responsibilities:
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery/subpoenas and other documents as assigned.
Order third-party records.
Review, analyze, organize and summarize case documents/discovery materials to proactively
identify new areas of discovery.
Prepare information and materials for attorneys in advance of depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations and trial by preparing and organizing exhibits, assisting with client meetings, filing motions, conducting research on legal articles, and organizing and coordinating witnesses.
Assure that the team's litigation calendars are accurately maintained and organized.
Follows ethical requirements as set forth by the Rules of Professional Conduct of the state.
Ability to handle pressure, interruptions, and multiple projects with frequently changing priorities in an efficient manner, rapid turnaround required, and generally perform in a fast-paced environment.
Works under minimal supervision and shows initiative.
Acts as a role model for co-workers by setting standards for work product, ethics, professionalism, teamwork, and attitude.
Proficient in all software; ability to adjust to multiple tasks from multiple individuals in the firm.
Requirements:
Bachelors' degree and/or two-year ABA approved Paralegal Certificate preferred but not required.
Minimum of 3 years of experience at a defense firm, preferably insurance defense.
Effective communicator and committed team player that possesses a strong work ethic.
Strong organizational skills are required in this fast-paced work environment.
Working knowledge/experience utilizing the Texas Rules of Civil Procedures.
Working experience in answering discovery, medical summaries/chronologies.
Positive attitude
Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to exercise discretion, good judgment, and poise in handling sensitive and confidential information.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; look for ways to improve and promote quality
How to Apply:
Apply Now! Join our team and be an essential part of our legal system.
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Salary: $82,000
Reference: 141296
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