Overview
CR Legal Team is accepting applications for a Senior Litigation Paralegal. Are you an experienced litigation paralegal looking to take your career to the next level? If so, CR Legal Team is searching for a Senior Litigation Paralegal to join our TEAM!
About Our TEAM : As a CR Legal Team client, community partner, or Team Member, our Brand Promise is to Stand Up For You by staying true to our Mission to "Seek Justice for our Clients and Communities by following through with our core values - Care Like Family, Listen To Learn, and Do What's Right."
At CR Legal Team, we welcome and celebrate diversity of thought and action within our organization. Every voice plays an important role in the success and wellbeing of our Team. We believe in encouraging growth, celebrating wins, and showing up every day with heart and humility. Our culture is care in action – not just for our clients, but for each other.
Benefits
- Inclusive and diverse working environment.
- Positive and team-driven culture.
- Personalized development plans to support your career growth.
- Innovative technology and case management systems.
- Competitive Pay.
- Medical Plan Options (including a zero-dollar premium High-Deductible Health Plan option for employee-only coverage).
- Dental Plan Option.
- Vision Plan Option.
- Virtual Healthcare Access.
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account Options.
- 401k plan with an employer match.
- Disability Insurance Options (with employer-paid Long-Term Disability).
- Life Insurance Options (with employer-paid Basic Life Insurance).
- 11 Company paid holidays.
- Paid Time-Off.
- Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program.
- Perks at Work - Team Member Discount Program.
- Employer-paid Benefits Advocacy Program.
Pay Range : $23.00 to $31.00 per hour.
Responsibilities
Senior Litigation Paralegal contributes by :
Ability to multi-task and effectively communicate, problem-solve and handle tasks efficiently and professionally with all TEAM members and the public, with adaptability to diverse internal and external clientele.Understand and communicate in accordance with applicable State Bar rules related to protecting information and confidentiality while avoiding the unauthorized practice of law.Comply with company policies and procedures.Work in-office as scheduled to meet with clients, collaborate with TEAM members, attend training sessions, and participate in events.Proficient in utilization of technology including case management software, databases, portals, State and Federal e-filing, and other software needed to manage cases.Maintain excellent customer service and interface with clients, providers, and TEAM members according to policies and procedures.Prepare documents including medical summaries, correspondence, discovery, pleadings and administrative forms for attorney approval.Interface with clients on non-legal issues relating to case management; refer legal issues to appropriate attorney(s).Assist attorneys with written and verbal communications with adjusters, defense counsel, court administration, and clients.Effectively communicate with clients to uncover pertinent information and data (e.g., treatment status, medical information, work status) and notify the attorney of changes or concerns per operating procedures.Prepare for legal proceedings; submit necessary information and forms to appropriate organizations; understand forms and procedures to handle cases as instructed by attorneys.Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving to optimize case management; investigate and collect pertinent information when limited data is available.Collaborate with attorneys and TEAM members to handle client cases and identify relevant facts and issues.Gather, process, and organize medical records, bills, pleadings, and other case-related documents; notify attorneys when pertinent information is received.Manage and complete assigned tasks per procedure; process and review mail daily for case information and inform attorneys as needed.Confirm balances and expenses; prepare settlement documents for attorney review.Interface with other TEAM members to help achieve office and departmental goals; may provide backup for client meetings and video conferences.Willingness to train, mentor, and guide less experienced TEAM members when appropriate.Experience
5 plus years of prior litigation experience.
Qualifications
Strong knowledge of all aspects of litigation case management, practices, and procedures.Exceptional client advocacy.Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative Team.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Proficiency in case management and other relevant software.Utilizes and manages internal and external resources appropriately.Equal Opportunity CR Legal Team is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates for employment.
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