Defense Litigation Paralegal - Insurance Coverage Practice
HYBRID REMOTE POSITION (can become full-time remote once acclimated to the desk!!!
We are seeking an experienced litigation paralegal for a boutique civil litigation law firm located in downtown Austin, Texas. The firm handles state and federal trials and appeals around the state of Texas. The firm is an AV-rated and recommended by Best's Directory of Insurance Attorneys. This is a fast-paced litigation desk with a busy docket. Duties will include calendaring to ensure all deadlines are met and appearances are attended. You will assist with coverage advice on a wide variety of insurance policies. Draft motions, pleadings, and discovery responses for commercial litigated matters. You will handle federal and state matters such as removal actions by preparing all required documents for federal and state court, including e-filing through Pacer.
In addition, you will work on client matters from inception through trial and settlement, assist with discovery, case research, e-filing, calendaring, travel arrangements, electronic & hard file maintenance, legal documents, editing & proofing documents, legal billing and timekeeping. etc... Paralegals do not really go to trial with the attorneys but do help with all preparation up to trial.
Software Used:
Amicus for time keeping & billing; MS Office 2010 (Word, Outlook, Excel & PowerPoint).
Firm offers: Competitive salary and benefits package.
Additional Information:
If qualified, please submit your professional resume for consideration.