Paralegal (Temporary-Project Based)

Kemper•Dallas, TX

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Kemper is seeking a Paralegal to provide general paralegal support for its Richardson, Texas office. This temporary, project-based role is suited to an organized multitasker with computer skills and an interest in the legal field. The selected candidate will work in the office, with occasional opportunities to work from home.

Requirements

Paralegal certificate or at least 6 months of experience drafting discovery documents and responses, summarizing claims files and medical records, and interviewing clients.
Typing speed of at least 28 words per minute with 95% accuracy.
Familiarity with general office equipment, including calculators, fax machines, and copy machines.
Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
Prior PC experience, including knowledge of word-processing software.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Knowledge of law office management, time-billing, and legal research software.

Responsibilities

Assist attorneys with preparing discovery responses, including meeting with clients when necessary.
Assist with preparing cases for trial.
Send discovery requests.
Monitor all parties’ compliance with discovery and prepare motions as appropriate.
Assist attorneys with case investigations.
Obtain medical, insurance, employment, and other records or information through record requests or subpoenas.
Assist with drafting motions, briefs, and other documents.
Communicate with clients, claims adjusters, litigation specialists, attorneys’ offices, medical provider offices, police departments, courts, and agents to request information or documentation as assigned.
Set up legal file jackets as needed.
Maintain a summary of records received for each case for attorneys and other claims personnel.
Perform legal research at attorneys’ request.