Paralegal Specialist - McAllen, TX (Hybrid)

About the role

Join Allstate’s Litigation Services team as a Paralegal Specialist, where your contributions will be essential to delivering strong legal outcomes and exceptional service to our clients. Based in Dallas, this hybrid role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys on high-impact insurance defense cases involving bodily injury claims.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation files from inception through resolution, including trial preparation
• Draft and file pleadings, respond to discovery, and support motion practice
• Order and track medical records; coordinate expert review and disclosures
• Prepare arbitration and trial materials, including jury instructions when applicable
• Handle e-filing in McAllen County and other Texas courts
• Monitor case deadlines and ensure timely service and compliance
• Collaborate with attorneys and other paralegals to maintain organized, high-quality case files

Requirements

• Must meet the minimum qualifications for paralegals as defined by applicable state law.
• Experience as a Paralegal with a focus on insurance defense or civil litigation preferred.
• Experience managing high-volume caseloads in a fast-paced legal environment preferred.
• Familiarity with legal procedures, including pleadings, discovery, motions, and court filings.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple cases and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence.

Qualifications

• Education: Must meet the minimum qualifications for paralegals as defined by applicable state law.

Skills

• Attorney Support
• Case Management
• Case Preparation
• Civil Litigation
• Compliance
• Insurance Defense
• Legal Analysis
• Legal Discovery
• Legal Document Preparation
• Legal Software
• Legal Strategies
• Legal Writing
• Litigation Compensation

Benefits

Explore the Benefits of Joining Allstate's Client Legal Services: Exceptional Work-Life Balance, Holistic Understanding of the Business, Direct Client Collaboration, Strategic Influence and Impact, and Diverse Legal Challenges.

Pay

Compensation offered for this role is 28.03 - 42.99 per hour and is based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

Benefits

Exceptional Work-Life Balance, Holistic Understanding of the Business, Direct Client Collaboration, Strategic Influence and Impact, Diverse Legal Challenges, Professional Growth Opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Allstate provides a comprehensive technology setup, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse. Employees eligible to work from home also receive a monthly connectivity reimbursement to help offset internet costs.

Application Instructions

Note: Internal candidates are only asked to join on video; a Valid Photo Identification is not needed for the interview.