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Kemper · 18 hours ago

Paralegal (Temporary, Project Based)

Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers, seeking a Paralegal to provide general paralegal support in their Richardson, TX office. The role involves assisting attorneys with case preparation, discovery requests, and legal research, making it a valuable opportunity for those passionate about the legal field.

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Responsibilities

Assists attorneys with the preparation of responses to discovery, including meeting with clients when necessary
Assists with preparation of cases for trial. Sends out discovery requests. Monitors compliance with discovery by all parties and prepares motions as appropriate
Assists attorneys with investigation of cases. Obtains medical, insurance, employment and/or other records/information, through record requests or subpoenas. Assists with the drafting of motions, briefs and other documents
Communicates with clients, claims adjusters, litigation specialists, attorneys' offices, medical provider offices, police departments, courts and agents to request additional information/documentation as assigned
Sets up legal file jackets, as needed. Maintains summary of all records received by case, for attorneys and other claims personnel
Performs legal research at the request of the attorneys

Qualification

Paralegal certificateDrafting discovery documentsLegal research softwareWord processing softwareTime management skillsTyping skillsOffice equipment operationPC experienceCommunicationOrganizational skills

Required

Must have a paralegal certificate or a minimum of 6 months experience in drafting discovery documents and discovery responses, summarizing claims files and medical records and interviewing clients
Minimum typing skills of 28 wpm with accuracy of 95%
Must be familiar with operation of general office equipment including calculator, fax machine, copy machine, etc
Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and time management skills required
Prior PC experience required including knowledge of word processing software (Word and Excel preferred). Knowledge of law office management, time billing and legal research software preferred
The selected candidate will be required to work in office, with occasional remote work opportunities

Preferred

Knowledge of word processing software (Word and Excel preferred)
Knowledge of law office management, time billing and legal research software preferred

Company

Kemper is a financial organization providing insurance and consumer finance solutions for individuals and small businesses.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$400M
2022-02-15Post Ipo Debt· $400M
1996-01-01Acquired
1990-04-27IPO

Leadership Team

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Maxwell Mindak
Senior Vice President Treasurer and Chief Risk Officer
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