Paralegal

Mercury Insurance Services, LLC • , CA

5d • $56,701 - $102,219

About The Position

The Paralegal assists in-house counsel with pre-trial work, drafts legal responses, motions, and other documents, conducts legal research and gathers information for claim cases, and communicates with clients to investigate facts in preparation for trial. The role supports insurance defense and civil litigation matters, including discovery, case preparation, court filings, and Small Claims cases. The position also requires continuing legal education in accordance with applicable state rules.

The role's expected base salary varies based on relevant experience, skills, and location. The posting lists a range of $56,701 to $102,219 for NJ, NY, WA, HI, AK, MD, CT, RI, and MA; in California, the typical hiring range is $71,514 to $87,406. An in-person interview may be required during the hiring process.

Requirements

• Meet one of the listed education and qualification pathways: an ABA-approved paralegal program certificate; an eligible paralegal certificate or postsecondary degree with at least 24 semester-equivalent units in law-related courses from an appropriately accredited or approved institution; a BA or advanced degree plus at least one year of qualifying law-related experience under the supervision of an attorney meeting the stated California bar or federal-court practice requirements and a written declaration of qualification; or a high school diploma or GED plus at least three years of such supervised experience and declaration. The posting states that the experience and training for the latter pathways must have been completed no later than December 31, 2003.
• Minimum of 0–2 years of insurance defense paralegal experience and/or equivalent insurance defense litigation experience.
• General knowledge of legal principles, terminology, and procedures.
• Ability to draft legal documents supporting and responding to discovery, depositions, and motions, and to proofread and edit documents for accuracy.
• Ability to work in a paperless environment and communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, and other involved parties.
• Knowledge of and proficiency with word-processing and case-management software.
• Complete the continuing education hours required by applicable state rules.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in paralegal studies and/or a Paralegal Certificate.
• One or more years of insurance defense or civil litigation experience.
• One to two or more years of paralegal experience in civil litigation or insurance defense.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and grammatical skills for drafting motions, oppositions, and replies.
• Ability to perform day-to-day activities logically and effectively and complete assignments promptly.

Responsibilities

• Search for, assemble, and summarize information from various sources to prepare responses to discovery, including interrogatories, requests for admission, and document inspection demands.
• Correspond with clients, attorneys, claims personnel, and other parties to discuss case status, gather information, and respond to routine inquiries about legal procedures.
• Draft and produce legal documents, letters, briefs, pleadings, appeals, and motions; proofread and edit documents for accuracy.
• Obtain extensions as needed to preserve objections and ensure responses are timely and proper.
• Prepare, assemble, and format court documents, discovery materials, and other pleadings as directed.
• File pleadings, prepare affidavits of documents, and maintain digital case files in the case management system.
• Complete special legal assignments to assist with management of claim cases.
• Prepare initial drafts of administrative reports, including initial opinions, discovery summaries, medical record summaries, and pre- and post-trial reports.
• Prioritize and reprioritize tasks to complete assignments promptly and effectively.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including assembling and identifying exhibits, trial books, motions in limine, expert witness lists, statements of the case, and other required trial documents.
• Research and analyze statutes, judicial decisions, legal articles, depositions, and legal codes; investigate facts and case law to determine causes of action and support case preparation.
• Assist insureds in Small Claims cases by investigating facts, preparing trial briefs, preparing insureds for trial, attending trials with insureds, and defending the company when named as a party.
• Collect and evaluate file evidence, contact related parties to gather information, and prepare Small Claims matters for hearing, including researching relevant law, vehicle valuation, medical treatment, aerial maps, and policy language.
• Complete required continuing education hours in compliance with applicable state rules.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and salary bonus potential.
• Paid time off, including vacation time, sick time, nine paid company holidays, and volunteer hours.
• Incentive bonus programs, with potential holiday, referral, and performance-based bonuses.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Education assistance.
• Professional and personal development opportunities.
• Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy or coaching sessions and child- and eldercare resources.
• Promotional opportunities.
• Company recognition program.
• Flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positions.

What This Job Offers

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