Overview
Defense Litigation Paralegal – Insurance Jobs in New York, NY at Equiliem
Overview
Join our dynamic legal team as a Defense Litigation Paralegal specializing in Insurance law. This energetic role offers an exciting opportunity to support complex litigation cases, manage extensive legal documentation, and collaborate with attorneys to deliver exceptional client service. You will be instrumental in coordinating case files, conducting legal research, and ensuring smooth case progression within a fast-paced environment. If you thrive in organized settings, possess excellent communication skills, and are passionate about the legal field, this position is perfect for you!
Duties
- Assist attorneys with all phases of insurance defense litigation, including case preparation, discovery, and trial support
- Manage legal case files using document management systems such as iManage and PCLaw, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality
- Conduct comprehensive legal research utilizing Westlaw and LexisNexis across various practice areas like Workers’ Compensation Law, Personal Injury Law, Landlord-Tenant Law, and more
- Draft and proofread legal documents including pleadings, discovery requests, contracts, and correspondence with meticulous attention to detail
- Review and organize documents for relevance and privilege through document review processes; prepare summaries for attorney review
- Coordinate depositions, interviews, and client meetings while maintaining effective communication with involved parties
- Support project management initiatives by tracking deadlines, filing systems, and data entry to ensure timely case progression
Experience
- Paralegal experience in litigation settings with exposure to insurance defense is highly preferred
- Strong knowledge of legal research tools such as Westlaw and LexisNexis; familiarity with legal case management software like iManage or PCLaw is advantageous
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently within a law office environment while maintaining high organizational standards
- Excellent writing skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence; proofreading and transcription skills are essential
- Experience supporting attorneys in diverse practice areas including estate planning, environmental law, UCC law, tribal law & regulations, patent law, securities law, family law, immigration law, landlord-tenant law, personal injury law, workers’ compensation law or related fields is a plus
- Proven project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced setting
- Strong organizational skills complemented by professional phone etiquette and clerical experience such as filing and data entry
This role offers an engaging environment where your legal administrative expertise will directly contribute to successful case outcomes. We value proactive individuals who are eager to grow their skills across multiple practice areas while supporting our mission to deliver exceptional legal services.
Pay: $35.00 – $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you comfortable working in a fast paced environment
Experience:
- Paralegal: 4 years (Required)
- New York State : 4 years (Required)
- Defense Litigation: 4 years (Required)
- Insurance Litigation: 4 years (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- New York, NY 10003 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Defense Litigation Paralegal – Insurance
Company: Equiliem
Location: New York, NY
