Go Back
Overview:
The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of complex insurance defense litigation experience and knowledge of both Federal and State Rules. Medical Malpractice defense experience preferred.
Additional requirements include but are not limited to: excellent verbal and written communication skills; understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes; excellent organizational skills with attention to detail; excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines; strong analytical and problem solving skills; ability to function well in a high-paced environment; and initiative to complete daily tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
Specific responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:
- Assist attorney(s) in complex state and federal cases from initial pleadings through trial.
- Perform initial case assessments to determine further document discovery to facilitate initial investigation of claim.
- Draft pleadings, scheduling orders, and motions for state and federal court.
- Draft discovery requests and responses to include the preparation of voluminous records for production and drafting of privilege logs.
- Interpret and summarize medical records and bills.
- Prepare subpoenas for records.
- Effectively communicate with experts, insurance adjusters, witnesses, clients, and opposing counsel.
- Schedule meetings, depositions, and mediations.
- Assist with jury selection and witness preparation for trial.
- Meet a billing requirement of 140 hours per month.
- Assist with preparation of trial notebooks and exhibits.
