Paralegal
Robert Half · Pittsburgh, PA · Yesterday
On-siteLegalFull-time
Responsibilities
- Maintain and update toxic tort databases by entering large volumes of claim information with accuracy and consistency.
- Review newly received complaints and related materials, then organize and classify claim records for proper tracking.
- Monitor the status of claims from intake through resolution, including settlement processing and file completion checks.
- Communicate with defense counsel, plaintiffs’ counsel, and internal team members to gather information and support case progress.
- Track invoices and billing activity submitted to insurance carriers and help ensure records are current and complete.
- Prepare materials and draft responses for client, insurer, and external audit requests involving claim documentation.
- Verify that each matter contains the required records and supporting documents before further legal or administrative action is taken.
- Aid the broader legal team with day-to-day litigation support related to high-volume toxic tort matters.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- An associate’s or bachelor’s degree, or paralegal certification from an accredited program, is preferred.
- At least two years of hands-on paralegal or legal assistant experience in a law firm environment is required.
- Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel is required.
- Familiarity with platforms such as Lotus Notes, ClearSight, OneDrive, or ShareFile is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage repetitive, high-volume data entry work are essential.
- Experience supporting civil litigation matters and working with claim tracking or case management processes is preferred.
- Ability to perform standard office-based tasks, including computer work, document handling, and moving materials up to 10 pounds.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- An associate’s or bachelor’s degree, or paralegal certification from an accredited program, is preferred.
- At least two years of hands-on paralegal or legal assistant experience in a law firm environment is required.
- Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel is required.
- Familiarity with platforms such as Lotus Notes, ClearSight, OneDrive, or ShareFile is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage repetitive, high-volume data entry work are essential.
- Experience supporting civil litigation matters and working with claim tracking or case management processes is preferred.
- Ability to perform standard office-based tasks, including computer work, document handling, and moving materials up to 10 pounds.
Skills
- Adobe Acrobat
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Lotus Notes
- ClearSight
- OneDrive
- ShareFile
- Data entry
- Claim tracking
- Case management
- Legal research
- Communication skills
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Lifetime disability insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan
Pay
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Schedule
The schedule is flexible and can accommodate the needs of the candidate.