Litigation Paralegal - Hybrid

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Job Title

Litigation Paralegal - Hybrid

Requisition Number

R7453 Litigation Paralegal - Hybrid (Open)

Location

California - Home Teleworkers

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Job Information

CSAA Insurance Group (CSAA IG), a AAA insurer, is one of the top personal lines property and casualty insurance groups in the U.S. Our employees proudly live our core beliefs and fulfill our enduring purpose to help members prevent, prepare for and recover from life's uncertainties, and we're proud of the culture we create together. As we commit to progress over perfection, we recognize that every day is an opportunity to be innovative and adaptable. At CSAA IG, we hire good people for a brighter tomorrow. We are actively hiring for a Litigation Paralegal. Join us and support CSAA IG in achieving our goals.    

Your Role:

As a paralegal you will provide paralegal support services to CSAA attorneys, assisting in the defense of insureds involved in litigation and in the litigation of subrogation matters for CSAA. 

Your work:

• Legal file review and initial drafting of legal documents, such as discovery responses, trial documents, jury instructions, motions and other pleadings. Responsible for calculating statutory deadlines and completing assignments in compliance with same.

• Legal research via electronic resources and in law libraries on variety of legal issues involving civil procedure, personal injury, and subrogation.

• Conducts insured client interviews for discovery purposes. Assists attorney with preparation of evidence and works with retained experts for trial, arbitration, and mediation readiness.

• Responsible for administrative matters such as law library updates, and follow-up on subpoenas. Responsible for compliance with mandatory continuing legal education rules.

• Primarily remote working environment with infrequent travel.

Required Experience, Education and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in related area or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Certification(s) and/or licensure(s) in functional area

• Paralegal certification per CA Business & Professions Code Section 6450-6456 or as required by statute in other states as applicable

• Complete and stay current with Paralegal Continuing Education requirements.

• Strong PC skills and knowledge of legal software applications and Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong written skills needed to compose legal documents

• Ability to handle and respond to sensitive and confidential information

• Strong analytical, verbal communication and organizational skills

• Understand legal concepts, terminology, principles and legal procedures

• Understand legal and professional ethics

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a litigation team

What would make us excited about you? 

• 3 – 5 years previous experience as a paralegal

• Notary license

• Actively shapes our company culture (e.g., participating in employee resource groups, volunteering, etc.) 

• Lives into cultural norms (e.g., willing to have cameras when it matters: helping onboard new team members, building relationships, etc.) 

• Travels as needed for role, including divisional / team meetings and other in-person meetings 

• Fulfills business needs, which may include investing extra time, helping other teams, etc 

CSAA IG Careers   

At CSAA IG, we’re proudly devoted to protecting our customers, our employees, our communities, and the world at large. We are on a climate journey to continue to do better for our people, our business, and our planet. Taking bold action and leading by example. We are citizens for a changing world, and we continually change to meet it.  

Join us if you… 

• BELIEVE in a mission focused on building a community of service, rooted in inclusion and belonging. 

• COMMIT to being there for our customers and employees. 

• CREATE a sense of purpose that serves the greater good through innovation.   

Recognition: We offer a total compensation package, performance bonus, 401(k) with a company match,