[Remote] Paralegal

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Mercury Insurance is a company committed to helping people reduce risk and overcome unexpected events. They are seeking a Paralegal to assist house counsel with various pre-trial tasks, draft legal documents, conduct research, and correspond with clients in preparation for trial.

Responsibilities

• Assist house counsel with various pre-trial tasks
• Draft responses, motions and other legal documents
• Conduct research projects and gather information for claim cases
• Correspond with clients to investigate facts in preparation for trial

Skills

• Completion of 4 hours of continuing education or required hours of education in compliance with the rules of State
• Minimum: Certificate of completion of a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association; A certificate of completion of a paralegal program at, or a degree from, a postsecondary institution that requires the successful completion of a minimum of 24 semester, or equivalent, units in law-related courses and that has been accredited by a national or regional accrediting organization or approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education; BA or an advanced degree in any subject, a minimum of one year of law-related experience under the supervision of an attorney who has been an active member of the State Bar of California for at least the preceding three years or who has practiced in the federal courts of this state for at least the preceding three years, and a written declaration from this attorney stating that the person is qualified to perform paralegal tasks; or high school diploma or general equivalency diploma, a minimum of three years of law-related experience under the supervision of an attorney who has been an active member of the State Bar of California for at least the preceding three years or who has practiced in the federal courts of this state for at least the preceding three years, and a written declaration from this attorney stating that the person is qualified to perform paralegal tasks. This experience and training shall be completed no later than December 31, 2003
• Minimum: 0-2 years insurance defense paralegal experience and/or equivalent insurance defense litigation experience
• General knowledge of legal principles, terminology and procedures; written communication skill to draft legal documents in support of and response to discovery, depositions, motions as well as proof and edit documents for accuracy. Must possess ability to work in paperless environment; effectively correspond with clients, attorneys and other involved parties. Knowledge and proficiency in word processing and case management software in order to complete assignments
• Degree in paralegal studies and/or Paralegal Certificate with 1+ insurance defense or civil litigation experience
• 1-2+ years paralegal experience in civil litigation / insurance defense
• Excellent written and verbal communication and grammatical skills in order to draft motions, oppositions and replies; ability to carry out day to day activities in a logical and effective manner and completes work assignments promptly

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positions
• Paid time off (vacation time, sick time, 9 paid Company holidays, volunteer hours)
• Incentive bonus programs (potential for holiday bonus, referral bonus, and performance-based bonus)
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance
• 401 (k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Engaging work environment
• Promotional opportunities
• Education assistance
• Professional and personal development opportunities
• Company recognition program
• Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and more

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