Litigation Paralegal (CA Experience Required) - Remote

CSAA Insurance Group (CSAA IG), a AAA insurer, is one of the leading personal lines property and casualty insurance groups in the United States. Here, every employee shapes our mission. We build innovative, human-centered solutions that help AAA members prevent, prepare for, and recover from life's uncertainties.

About the role

As a litigation paralegal supporting our San Jose, California law office, you will partner closely with two CSAA attorneys, assisting in the defense of insureds involved in litigation. The paralegals primarily handle personal injury defense matters with approximately 80% of their caseload being auto in nature. This role may be performed remotely anywhere in the U.S. (except for Hawaii and Alaska) but may require travel for in-person meetings and events.

Responsibilities

• Legal file review and initial drafting of legal documents, such as discovery responses, trial documents, jury instructions, motions, and other pleadings.
• Calculating statutory deadlines and completing assignments in compliance with same.
• Legal research via electronic resources and in law libraries on a variety of legal issues involving civil procedure and personal injury.
• Conducting insured client interviews for discovery purposes.
• Assisting attorney with preparation of evidence and working with retained experts for trial, arbitration, and mediation readiness.
• Summarizing plaintiff’s written discovery responses and follow-up on subpoenas.
• Ensuring compliance with mandatory continuing legal education rules.

Primarily remote working environment with infrequent travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related area or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certification(s) and/or licensure(s) in functional area.
• Paralegal certification per CA Business & Professions Code Section 6450-6456 or as required by statute in other states as applicable.
• Complete and stay current with Paralegal Continuing Education requirements.
• Strong PC skills and knowledge of legal software applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe.
• Strong written skills needed to compose legal documents.
• Ability to handle and respond to sensitive and confidential information.
• Strong analytical, verbal communication, and organizational skills.
• Understand legal concepts, terminology, principles, and procedures.
• Understand legal and professional ethics.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a litigation team.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years previous experience as a paralegal.
• Knowledge of Electronic Legal Management iManage and TeamConnect.
• Notary license.
• Actively shapes company culture (e.g., participating in employee resource groups, volunteering, etc.).
• Lives into cultural norms (e.g., willing to have cameras on when it matters, helping onboard new team members, building relationships, etc.).
• Travels as needed for role, including divisional/team meetings and other in-person meetings.
• Fulfills business needs, which may include investing extra time, helping other teams, and participating in projects.

Benefits

• Total compensation package, including annual bonus eligibility for most roles.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Opportunity for a company-wide annual discretionary bonus of up to 7% of eligible pay through our Annual Incentive Plan (AIP).
• Flexible Workplace: remote-first culture with most employees holding Home-Flex roles, working primarily from home with flexibility to work from various locations, including CSAA offices.
• Career growth with leaders and mentors partnering to align interests and unlock development opportunities.
• Inclusive and welcoming workplace fostering innovation and enhancing products and services.
• Commitment to sustainability and building resilient communities.

Pay

The national average hourly rate for this position is $32.76-$36.40. However, CSAA IG uses a location-based compensation structure, with salary ranges varying by work location. The starting pay range for this position across all states is $32.76-$43.66 per hour.