Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP ยท 1 day ago
General Liability Defense Paralegal
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
3+ years expWood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP is seeking an experienced Paralegal to support their General Liability Defense practice. The role involves providing litigation support, managing case data, and participating in special projects, all while maintaining a proactive and analytical approach to assist attorneys effectively.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Support attorneys in all phases of general liability defense matters
Review and analyze plaintiff demands, medical records, pleadings, and case files
Prepare initial case evaluations summarizing liability, damages, exposure, and key issues
Identify and articulate additional facts, documents, or discovery needed to strengthen defense strategy
Anticipate attorney needs and proactively prepare materials to support case strategy and decision-making
Draft, organize, and elevate written work product for attorney review
Participate in special projects as assigned, both internally within the firm and externally with clients
Track active cases and key data points (e.g., exposure, reserves, settlement posture, medical specials, venues, timelines)
Maintain case tracking databases
Prepare quarterly dashboards and reports summarizing case metrics, trends, and performance indicators
Assist with ad hoc data analysis projects to support attorneys, firm leadership, or client reporting needs
Work autonomously to manage assignments and deadlines with minimal supervision
Create, refine, and maintain efficient workflows to manage recurring and project-based work
Identify opportunities to improve internal processes, organization, and data management
Adapt quickly to changing priorities and project requirements
Qualification
Required
At least 3 years of experience as a Paralegal
Paralegal certificate and/or equivalent paralegal experience in general liability or civil litigation defense
Strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally to the attorney
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (tracking, formulas, pivot tables, dashboards, data organization)
Excellent written communication skills with the ability to elevate and refine legal work product
Ability to work independently, exercise judgment, and manage multiple priorities
Experience analyzing medical records and damages in personal injury matters
Comfort working on non-traditional paralegal projects that blend legal, analytical, and operational work
Flexible and adaptable to evolving attorney and project needs
Strategic thinker who can synthesize legal and factual information into clear insights
Detail-oriented while maintaining a big-picture understanding of cases and portfolios
Proactive, anticipatory mindset with a strong sense of ownership
Professional demeanor suitable for direct interaction with attorneys, firm leadership, and clients
Proficient in Office 360 with particular proficiency in EXCEL
Working within Legal Databases utilizing document management systems such as iManage or comparable systems
Benefits
A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account
401(k) retirement plan
PTO, paid sick time and paid holidays
A flexible work from home policy
Referral program
Company
Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP
Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman is a law firm that provides legal services in litigation, class action defense, and medical malpractice.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Christopher Seusing
Office Managing Partner and Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Team Lead
Dan Berman
Executive Chairman
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