About this opportunity
Zerega Consulting lists this Litigation Defense Paralegal - Hybrid/Remote opportunity in new york city, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Zerega Consulting is assisting a leading global law firm with a highly regarded insurance defense and litigation practice in its search for an experienced Litigation Defense Paralegal. This position will support a dynamic Partner and an active litigation practice in Arizona.
This is an excellent opportunity for a litigation paralegal who enjoys substantive case involvement and working closely with an experienced trial attorney. The practice focuses primarily on personal injury defense and insurance defense matters. The successful candidate will play an important role in managing cases through discovery, investigation, and trial.
The position offers significant flexibility. Candidates may work fully remote, on a hybrid schedule, or in the Scottsdale office.
Responsibilities
Provide substantive litigation and trial support to a Partner handling personal injury defense and insurance defense matters
Prepare subpoenas for medical records and other case-related documentation
Track outstanding records and subpoenas and proactively follow up through completion
Maintain and track disclosure statements, initial disclosures, litigation deadlines, and other case requirements
Assist with written discovery, document production, and discovery responses
Review medical records and prepare medical summaries and chronologies
Provide investigative and factual case support
Assist with depositions, hearings, and trial preparation
Organize exhibits, records, and other materials needed for trial
Maintain organized case files and ensure deadlines and outstanding items are proactively addressed
Communicate with clients, experts, medical providers, opposing counsel, and other parties as needed
Work closely with the Partner to anticipate case needs and keep an active litigation caseload moving forward
Qualifications
Minimum of five years of litigation defense paralegal experience (plaintiff experience not preferred)
Insurance defense and/or personal injury defense litigation experience strongly preferred
Trial preparation and trial support experience preferred
Experience preparing and managing medical record subpoenas
Strong experience with discovery and disclosure requirements
Ability to review and summarize medical records and prepare medical chronologies
Strong understanding of litigation procedures and deadlines
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to independently prioritize and manage a busy caseload
Proactive approach with the ability to anticipate attorney and case needs
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Why Consider This Opportunity
This position offers the opportunity to join a prominent global law firm with a sophisticated insurance and litigation practice while working directly with a dynamic Partner on active matters.
The role also provides an exceptional level of flexibility. The successful candidate may work fully remote, hybrid, or in office, with Scottsdale office space available for those who prefer it.
Zerega Consulting is a woman-owned legal recruiting and consulting firm specializing in the placement of attorneys and legal professionals nationwide.
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Work from home
Location: Scottsdale, Arizona
Schedule: Fully Remote, Hybrid, or In Office
Compensation:
$80,000-$95,000, depending on experience
Who can apply
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