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Global Insurance Paralegal

Houston, TX, USA

142 Days ago

Job Description


Cozen O?Connor is seeking an experienced paralegal with experience working in a plaintiff-oriented practice to support the attorneys in the Subrogation Department. The candidate should have strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills, and thrives in a high intensity environment. The candidate will be expected to work flexible hours and overtime as needed from time to time. The individual will be part of a dynamic team, with the potential of working across different offices and time zones, and will have access to resources like HR services, training programs, and firmwide communications to support their professional development. The firm is offering a hybrid work schedule of 3 days in the office, 2 days remote for all paralegals.

Qualifications

A minimum of 3 years of experience in a legal environment.
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
Strong interpersonal skills to build a rapport with team and clients.
Detail oriented, able to work independently, and possess excellent organizational and written/oral communication skills.
Must have the motivation and skill to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proven computer/technology skills. Microsoft Office Suite a must.
A four-year college degree and/or paralegal certificate required.

Responsibilities

Assist attorneys in with all aspects of trial preparation.
Assist in preparing legal documents including motions, contracts, and agreements.
Case file management (create, organize, track and maintain files; monitor calendars and meeting deadlines; document actions; input information into file database and case management software).
Oversee/assist with the discovery process, including the analysis of medical records obtaining IME?s, scheduling depositions, assisting with discovery requests and responses, and preparing /filing pleadings, privilege logs and memoranda.
Establish and maintain strong communications with clients, experts, witnesses, etc.
Perform factual research and investigation addressing various trial issues
Utilize computer databases to organize, store and access information; conduct moderately complex research on LEXIS, Westlaw and other online computer assisted research databases.
Trial preparation and attendance at trial (organizing evidence, preparing exhibits, scheduling witnesses, ensuring that witnesses are ready when needed).
Keep apprised of all developments of E-discovery, including the technical aspects of collecting, reviewing, and producing electronically stored information (state and federal court).

Practice Areas & Specialty

Insurance

Designation

Paralegal

Key Skills Required

Microsoft OfficeAnalysisCommunicationDatabaseDevelopmentFile ManagementFilingInterpersonal SkillsInvestigationLegal DocumentsManagementMotivationProfessional DevelopmentRapportResearchTechnical AspectsTrainingTrial PreparationWestlawWork Independently

Job Overview


Job Function: Legal Services / Legal

Job Type: Full Time

Workplace Type: Not Specified

Experience Level: Not Specified

Salary: Competitive & Based on Experience

Experience: 3 - 4 yrs

Contact Information


Company Name: Cozen O'Connor

Recruiting People: HR Department

Website: https://cozen.com

Headquarter: Philadelphia, PA, USA 19103

Industry: Law Firm / Law Practice

Company Size: 501-1000 Employees

Location

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