Paralegal - Insurance Defense

Dallas, TX 75240

Employment Type: Direct Hire Job Function: Legal Job ID:: 134427 Pay Range: $80,000-85,000 / year

Job Description


A dynamic and fast-paced insurance defense litigation firm in North Dallas is seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Paralegal to join their team.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Case Management: Assist attorneys in managing caseloads, including maintaining files, tracking deadlines, and ensuring timely responses to court orders and discovery requests.
  • Document Preparation: Draft, proofread, and file legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and responses.
  • Discovery: Coordinate and manage discovery processes, including document production, interrogatories, and depositions. Prepare discovery requests and responses.
  • Research: Conduct legal research and gather relevant case law, statutes, and regulations. Summarize findings for attorneys.
  • Client Interaction: Communicate with clients, witnesses, and experts to gather information and provide case updates. Prepare clients and witnesses for depositions and court appearances.
  • Court Filings: Prepare and file documents with the court, ensuring compliance with procedural rules and deadlines.
  • Case Analysis: Assist in analyzing case facts and evidence, preparing case summaries, and developing case strategies.
  • Administrative Support: Organize and maintain case files, including electronic filing systems. Manage scheduling of meetings, depositions, and court appearances.
  • Compliance: Ensure adherence to legal procedures and ethical standards in all aspects of case management and documentation.

Education:
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.

Skills:
  • Proficiency in legal research and writing.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
  • Proficiency with legal research tools and case management software.
  • Certification: Paralegal certification from a recognized organization (e.g., NALA, NFPA) is preferred but not required.

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Meet The Recruiter

Regan Jackson
Sr. Direct-Hire Recruiter

Regan graduated from Texas Tech University in 2003 with her Bachelor’s in Marketing. She then went to graduate school at St. Thomas University, where she received her MBA. She started working for Burnett in June 2005 in Houston.

Regan was a Senior Account Executive for five years. In this role, she was the liaison between the client and each specialty division to ensure the highest quality customer service and proven results. In 2010, Regan moved into a direct-hire recruiter role. She has been successful in filling all different types of positions for clients across several industries. In 2013, her husband’s job transferred them to Dallas, and she is now a Sr. Direct-Hire Recruiter for Choice Specialists in Dallas, Texas. She enjoys what she does and is passionate about helping candidates and companies grow!

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