Associate Paralegal

Travelers • Hartford, CT

4d • $60,800 - $100,300 • Onsite

About The Position

This position performs a variety of routine paralegal duties and legal administrative duties for assigned attorneys who work in an in-house capacity, many of which are unique to a legal environment and require a working knowledge of legal concepts, terminology, and processes. Assists attorneys and others in legal case preparation and file management for standard matters which may include preliminary legal research, drafting routine documents and obtaining, reviewing, summarizing all relevant documents, reports, discovery, records and other sources of information.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• 1 year experience as a paralegal or related work experience; or Bachelor’s degree; or a Paralegal Certification from an ABA-Certified program.

Nice To Haves

• Paralegal or litigation/claim experience.
• Insurance related experience.
• Knowledge and experience with generative AI tools.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office and PDF Software and e-discovery platforms.
• Advanced interpersonal skills to communicate with court personnel, other attorneys and their staff, clients, witnesses and outside vendors.
• Advanced grammar and writing skills.
• Basic knowledge of general office procedures and local court/jurisdiction rules and procedures.
• Highly proficient with the usage of a case management system and other software applications such as Microsoft Office.
• Ability to learn proprietary software systems.
• Ability to identify urgency and prioritize tasks accordingly.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Basic research and analytical skills.
• Paralegal Certification from an ABA-Certified program.

Responsibilities

• Assists with responding to subpoenas.
• Analyze incoming pleadings and conduct multi-database searches to identify parties and determine proper matter assignment.
• Pull and organize claim and underwriting files in support of litigation
• Review claim and underwriting files for responding to discovery requests, including assisting with privilege logs
• Issue, update, and release legal holds in accordance with preservation obligations
• Assist with outside counsel management
• Conducts preliminary legal research as necessary.
• Support preparation of litigation materials and litigation reporting for review and distribution
• Track legally significant deadlines and compliance obligations
• Review conflict waiver requests, discuss with internal legal stakeholders and outside lawyers
• Maintains attorney calendar as well as maintains diary and tickler dates appropriately.
• Reviews calendar daily and proactively handle upcoming events and determine dates upon which various pleadings must be served and filed
• Inputs and maintains information into case management or other reporting systems and ensure data integrity
• Assists with projects as requested

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
• Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum.
• If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account.
• You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
• Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
• Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
• Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED