Paralegal

About the role

The Paralegal position is responsible for investigating and researching facts and preparing documents to assist and support their assigned attorney.

Responsibilities

• Obtain, review, and organize medical records
• Insurance coverage investigation
• Prepare, calculate, and maintain damage summaries including medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage
• Log daily mail
• Prepare and forward medical records to insurance carriers
• Draft correspondence necessary for case management
• Balance verifications and assist with subrogation lien resolution
• Prepare check requests, maintain check records, and mail checks
• Assist attorney with settlement documentation and disbursements
• Prepare disbursement summaries
• Prepare file for litigation transfer when necessary
• Consistent and regular communication with clients regarding case status
• Provide weekly reports
• Attend monthly team meetings
• Provide support for other team members in their absence
• Meet/exceed goals
• Regular, consistent, punctual attendance
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Two years of relevant work experience required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Paralegal certificate preferred

Skills

• Highly proficient in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Knowledge of legal practices and procedures
• Understanding of business practices
• Familiarity with standard clerical and general office administration procedures
• High command of English grammar, usage, punctuation, and spelling
• Experience with computers and related software applications
• Knowledge of research procedures
• Procedures for preparing legal documentation

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment with exposure to computer screens and low levels of noise.