Litigation Paralegal
State Farm · Southfield, MI · 1 wk ago
Legal$68k–$79k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Grow Your Skills, Grow Your Potential
- Support Attorneys with Discovery and Pre-Trial Matters
- Handle Assigned Case Files and Deliver Other Legal Services
- Prepare Cases for Court Appearances, Depositions, and Trial
- Contact Experts and Clients
- Review Medical Records and Prepare Medical Chronologies
- Draft Motions and Pleadings
Qualifications
- Previous Experience Required: 1-5 years of recent civil litigation experience, preferably insurance defense or personal injury; prior paralegal experience; litigation background in drafting discovery responses, trial preparation, and drafting motions/pleadings; familiarity with Michigan court rules and procedures; experience reviewing medical records and preparing medical chronologies.
- Key Skills Required: Strong organizational skills, ability to work independently, prioritize workload, multi-task in a fast-paced environment, and communicate effectively; strong written communication skills, attention to detail; strong software/technical skills; experience using Evermap and/or Adobe Bookmarking; working knowledge of a Case Management system; working knowledge of a Document Storage system.
- Education Requirements: Prior litigation or paralegal experience, paralegal degree/certificate/certification, medical training, or relevant coursework or legal studies degree.
Benefits
- Potential Starting Salary Range: $68,200.00 - $78,881.00
- Annual Raise and Bonus
- Healthcare Premium Coverage
- Preventative Care Coverage
- Vision, Dental, Telemedicine, Mental Health Professionals, and More
- Industry Leading Training Programs and Tuition Assistance
- Employee Resource Groups and Mentoring
- Savings Account or Financing Through State Farm Federal Credit Union
- Time Off Policies Including Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Celebration Day, Life Leave, Bereavement Leave, Community Service/Ed Support Days
- Matching Gift Program, Good Neighbor Grant Program, and Employee Assistance Fund
- Retirement Planning with Free Financial Advisors and 401(k) Plan with Company Contributions of Up to 7%
Location
20750 Civic Center Drive Suite 400, Southfield, MI 48076-4132