Paralegal

State Farm•Broomfield, CO

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Bradley J. Schulz & Associates, insurance staff counsel for State Farm Insurance Companies, is seeking a Paralegal to join its Denver Claim Litigation office in Westminster, Colorado. The role supports attorneys under their supervision with discovery, pre-trial matters, case files, and other legal services. It includes preparing cases for court appearances, depositions, and trial, and interacting with clients, experts, and witnesses throughout the litigation process. The position involves medical record collection and review, preparing summaries and chronologies, and drafting motions, pleadings, and reports. There are no billable hours. The office offers a collaborative environment with experienced peer mentors, a diversity of work, and opportunities for career development. This is a hybrid position requiring time both in the office and virtually. Work arrangements may change based on business needs. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at 11080 Circle Point Road, Suite 400, Westminster, Colorado 80020. Applicants must be eligible to work lawfully in the United States immediately; State Farm will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work opportunities.

Requirements

At least 2 years of recent civil litigation experience; insurance defense or personal injury experience is preferred.
Prior paralegal or litigation experience.
Background drafting discovery responses, preparing for trial, and drafting motions and pleadings.
Familiarity with Colorado court rules and procedures.
Experience reviewing medical records and preparing medical chronologies.
Strong organizational skills; ability to work independently, prioritize workload, multitask in a fast-paced environment, and communicate effectively.
Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
Strong software and technical skills.
Experience using Adobe Bookmarking.
Working knowledge of a case management system and a document storage system.
Prior litigation or paralegal experience, a paralegal degree/certificate/certification, medical training, relevant coursework, or a legal studies degree.
Must be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; sponsorship is not provided.

Nice To Haves

Insurance defense or personal injury experience.
Previous experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist attorneys with discovery and pre-trial matters under attorney supervision.
Assist attorneys with assigned case files and provide other legal services under attorney supervision.
Prepare cases for court appearances, depositions, and trial, including contacting experts and clients.
Collect medical records and prepare medical record and billing summaries and medical chronologies.
Draft motions, pleadings, and reports.

Benefits

Potential yearly incentive pay up to 15% of base salary.
Annual raise and bonus.
Health and wellbeing programs; State Farm pays most of the healthcare premium and offers multiple healthcare plan options.
Vision insurance, dental insurance, telemedicine, and access to 24/7 mental health professionals.
Educational benefits, including training programs and tuition assistance.
Employee resource groups and mentoring.
Fertility, IVF, and adoption assistance.
National discount programs, financial workshops, and free financial coaching.
Time off policies, initially up to 20 days annually, parental leave, paid holidays, celebration day, life leave, bereavement leave, and community service/education support days.
Matching Gift Program, Good Neighbor Grant Program, and Employee Assistance Fund.
401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of salary.
Free financial advisors for retirement planning.