Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys in all stages of insurance defense litigation, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
- Organize and maintain case files, including indexing and filing documents
- Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases
- Prepare and proofread legal documents and correspondence
- Prepare summaries of depositions, hearings and meetings
- Manage document management systems and databases
- Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
- Provide administrative support such as scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and answering phone calls with professionalism and excellent phone etiquette
Requirements
- Proven experience as a litigation paralegal or legal assistant
- Insurance defense experience is a plus
- Strong knowledge of procedural law and experience with document review and legal research tools (LexisNexis, Westlaw),
- Familiarity with legal administrative tasks including filing court documents accurately and managing confidential information securely
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) along with legal drafting and writing skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment in a fast-paced setting
This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with strong organizational skills to contribute to a dynamic legal team. If you meet the requirements above, we encourage you to apply.
Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in East Meadow, NY 11554
