Litigation Paralegal

State Farm•Costa Mesa, CA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

James T. Shott & Associates insurance staff counsel for State Farm Insurance Companies is seeking a paralegal to join our growing Costa Mesa, California Claim Litigation office. While every day can provide different experiences and opportunities, a typical day as a Paralegal involves supporting attorneys with drafting, serving, and responding to discovery, as well as trial preparation. The office allows for collaborative environments with experienced peer mentors. There are no billable hours in this opportunity. This role provides diversity of work and the opportunity for career development. This role will interact with clients, experts and witnesses throughout the litigation process. The position is classified as a hybrid role, meaning that the work arrangement calls for hours in the office and virtually. Everyone in a hybrid role is required to spend time in the office. Hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Work arrangements could change over time based on business needs.

Requirements

1+ years of recent civil litigation experience, preferably insurance defense or personal injury
Background in drafting discovery responses, trial preparation to include preparing trial documents, and drafting motions/pleadings/reports
Familiarity with California Civil Court Rules and Procedures
Strong organizational skills, ability to work independently, prioritize workload, multi-task in a fast-paced environment, and communicate effectively
Strong written communication skills, attention to detail
Legal research
Technology/software experience required
Strong software/technical skills
Working knowledge of a Case Management system
Working Knowledge of a Document Storage system
Prior litigation or paralegal experience, paralegal degree/certificate/certification, medical training, or relevant coursework or legal studies degree is required
Candidates must meet the California Business & Professions Code 6450 for paralegal requirement
Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately.
State Farm will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work opportunities.

Nice To Haves

Previous Experience preferred
Candidates with medical malpractice and worker’s compensation experience will be considered
Experience reviewing medical records and completing medical summaries is a plus

Responsibilities

Assist attorneys in handling assigned case files and delivering other legal services under attorney supervision
Assist attorneys with discovery related responsibilities
Reviewing medical records and preparing treatment summaries
Drafting pleadings/motions/reports
Prepare cases for court appearances, depositions, and trial including contacting experts/clients along with preparing trial documents.

Benefits

On top of our competitive pay, you are eligible for an annual raise and bonus.
Focus on you and your family’s health with our robust health and wellbeing programs.
State Farm pays most of your healthcare premium, and we offer multiple healthcare plan options, including a high deductible plan.
All medical plans provide 100% coverage for in-network preventative care, AND you and your family have access to vision, dental, telemedicine, 24/7 mental health professionals, and much more!
Take advantage of educational benefits like industry leading training programs, top-notch tuition assistance programs, employee resource groups, and mentoring.
Plan for those big moments in life with benefits like fertility/IVF/adoption assistance, college coaching, national discount programs, interactive monthly financial workshops, free financial coaching, and more.
You can also start a savings account or consider financing through our State Farm Federal Credit Union!
You will have access to our generous time off policies designed so you can plan around holidays, family events, volunteering, or just to take a relaxing day off.
With the opportunity to initially earn up to 20 days annually plus parental leave, paid holidays, celebration day, life leave (40 hours/year), bereavement leave, and community service/education support days, there will be plenty of time for you!
We offer several ways to give back through our Matching Gift Program, Good Neighbor Grant Program, and the Employee Assistance Fund.
Plan for retirement using free financial advisors and a 401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of your salary.