What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Chubb External?
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Paralegal position will provide litigation support to his or her assigned attorneys.
1. Drive discovery process with guidance and supervision of assigned attorney ensuring full and timely compliance with demands/orders and adversaries' compliance with our demands/orders.
2. Draft basic pleadings, discovery and procedural motions for review by assigned attorney. Prepare cases for trial. Conduct basic legal research e.g. statutes and medical conditions.
3. Communicate professionally and effectively with all staff, claim personnel, clients, court personnel and opposing counsel.
4. Prioritize all assigned work and complete assignments by requested due date ensuring that all documents are filed and served accurately and timely.
5. Keep abreast of all applicable court rules and House Counsel procedures. Develop proficiency in legal/business writing.
6. Prepare and finalize court filings and e-file when available.
COMPETENCIES/ TECHNICAL SKILLS:
1. Three to five years of Paralegal work experience is preferred, but not required.
2. Paralegal Certificate or Degree in Paralegal studies is preferred, but not required.
3. Excellent customer service sills as well as strong computer skills are required.
4. The ability to navigate and effectively manage a case management system is required.
5. Strong analytical skills as well as superior written and verbal communication skills.
6. Strong time management and organizational skills with an ability to work in a high volume office and team environment are essential.
7. The candidate should be positive, energetic, and highly self-motivated.
8. The candidate should possess high initiative, be detail-oriented and have the ability to work independently.
9. The ability to perform legal research is preferred
10. Candidate must be able to multi-task, adapt to changing priorities and possess the skills necessary to work under pressure.
|Excellent communication and organizational/prioritization skills.
Ability to navigate and effectively manage a case management system.
Excellent drafting skills with regard to correspondence and pleadings
Proficient knowledge of Adobe, E-Filing, Windows 10 and Microsoft Office.
Ability to maintain professionalism under pressure.
Chubb offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits package including life, health and dental, vision, a generous retirement savings plan, disability coverage, stock purchase plan, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, and business casual dress. Chubb is an equal opportunity employer and our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability, handicap, marital status or any other status or condition protected by Federal and/or State laws, except where bona fide occupational qualifications apply.
Ability to converse in a professional manner with clients, claims, opposing counsel and experts
Extensive knowledge of both the Federal and State court systems throughout the counties and state
Minimum of five years of experience as a defense litigation paralegal required.
Prior insurance defense experience is preferred.
Salary : $52,200 - $66,000