Groth, Makarenko, Kaiser and Eidex · 13 hours ago
Paralegal
Groth, Makarenko, Kaiser and Eidex is a premier civil defense firm in the Southeast specializing in insurance defense. They are seeking a detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in managing cases from file opening through resolution, requiring strong organizational skills and the ability to handle a high-volume caseload.
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Responsibilities
Analyze new case files to gain a thorough understanding of case details and statuses, determine documents required for drafting, and identify upcoming events and their accompanying deadlines
Draft and merge pleadings, discoveries, motions, notices, and other court filings
EFile documents in State, Superior, and Magistrate courts
Review claim files frequently to identify non-party requests needed for cases and collaborate with Medical Records Paralegals to obtain them
Monitor case deadlines to ensure timely completion of required tasks and filings
Summarize discovery responses and identify any additional non-party requests that should be obtained
Coordinate and schedule depositions and mediations with multiple parties, including opposing counsels, clients, adjusters, and court reporters
Assist attorneys with trial preparation including preparing trial binders, coordinating witness and expert appearances and preparing subpoenas and any other trial materials
Close case files by obtaining necessary documents from Plaintiffs' attorneys and drafting and sending settlement letters to adjusters
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
~1 - 2+ years of experience as a paralegal
Working knowledge of litigation terminology and procedures
Knowledge of court filing procedures
Meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills
Impeccable time management and prioritization skills
Excellent communication and professionalism
Ability to fluently move between systems and master new technology