Sr. Paralegal

Nationwide • Hoover, AL

6d • $62,500 - $115,500

About The Position

The Sr. Paralegal performs complex legal tasks with minimal supervision from a trial or managing attorney and assists with the preparation and trial of lawsuits. The role coordinates pretrial proceedings, participates in discovery, drafts legal documents, obtains witnesses, and handles related case activities. The paralegal can manage small matters with little to no oversight and medium-sized matters with some direction, and may mentor and train new paralegals. Activities may be directed by a Trial Attorney, Managing Attorney, or Regional Attorney.

The successful candidate handles cases from start to finish, including administrative and paralegal work such as scheduling, mail, drafting discovery and medical chronologies, retaining experts, opening and closing files, and trial preparation and attendance. The office is mostly paperless, and the position requires effective use of case management software and Microsoft Office products. General Liability experience is sought; subrogation and workers’ compensation experience are a plus.

The role is based in a professional law office environment and involves occasional travel. It is overtime eligible and non-exempt. The position reports to a Managing Attorney or Regional Attorney.

Requirements

• Typically four years of paralegal experience with proven performance.
• Knowledge of the operations, practices, and procedures of a civil litigation law office.
• Knowledge of filing procedures for relevant courts and administrative agencies.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legal research and dispositive motion practices.
• Ability to analyze and interpret medical reports.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for working with employees, attorneys, clients, and customers.
• Ability to operate a personal computer and legal and business software and databases, including Microsoft Office products and case management software.
• Ability to design and maintain a filing system and effectively prioritize work.
• Analytical ability to independently research information and determine the applicability of legal action.
• Proactive file handling and good communication skills.
• Ability to handle files from start to finish.

Nice To Haves

• Undergraduate studies in business administration, insurance, or a related area.
• Certification in paralegal studies; equivalent experience may be substituted.
• General Liability experience.
• Subrogation experience.
• Workers’ compensation experience.

Responsibilities

• Review office files, answer routine correspondence, conduct legal research, and manage files and case progression.
• Draft correspondence to opposing attorneys, claims, and clients about discovery, case status, motions, and related matters.
• Draft interrogatories, other discovery, complex pleadings, discovery motions, and orders for attorney review and approval.
• Obtain, compile, and analyze records for discovery; handle and respond to incoming discovery; review and analyze medical records.
• Prepare experts and other witnesses and carry out necessary pretrial and trial activities.
• Summarize and index depositions and, when discovery is complete, summarize and index relevant materials.
• Draft jury instructions and draft and issue necessary subpoenas.
• Contact parties and witnesses regarding trial dates and coordinate their appearances and testimony with the attorney.
• Coordinate necessary interviews and meet with clients or witnesses as needed for case development.
• Arrange medical and expert witnesses and coordinate their schedules.
• Handle administrative and paralegal aspects of cases, including scheduling, mail, retaining experts, opening and closing files, and trial preparation and attendance.
• Mentor and train new paralegals within the office.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Paid time off, with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days per full calendar year, prorated quarterly based on hire date
• Nine paid holidays
• Eight hours of Lifetime paid time off
• Eight hours of Unity Day paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid pension plan
• Business casual attire

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed