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Cozen O’Connor is seeking an experienced paralegal to support the attorneys in the Global Insurance Department. The candidate should have strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills, and thrives in a high intensity environment. The candidate should have strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills, experience handling complex matters and the ability to prioritize and balance a variety of tasks. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience, including e-filing and trial experience, and thrives in a fast-paced, high intensity environment. The candidate will be expected to work flexible hours and overtime as needed from time to time. The firm is offering a hybrid work schedule of 3 days in the office, 2 days remote for all paralegals.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with all stages of litigation.
- Assist in preparing and filing (including e-filing) of legal documents including motions, discovery, and agreements.
- Case file management (create, organize, track and maintain files; monitor calendars and meeting deadlines; document actions; input information into file database and case management software).
- Oversee/assist with the discovery process, including the analysis of medical records obtaining IME’s, scheduling depositions, assisting with discovery requests and responses, and preparing /filing pleadings, privilege logs and memoranda.
- Establish and maintain strong communications with clients, experts, witnesses, etc.
- Perform factual research and investigation.
- Utilize computer databases to organize, store and access information; conduct moderately complex research on LEXIS, Westlaw and other online computer assisted research databases.
Qualifications
A minimum of 3 years of experience in a legal environment.
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
Strong interpersonal skills to build a rapport with team and clients.
Detail oriented, able to work independently, and possess excellent organizational and written/oral communication skills.
Must have the motivation and skill to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proven computer/technology skills. Microsoft Office Suite a must.
A four-year college degree and/or paralegal certificate required.
