Claims And Litigation Paralegal

NFI Industries • Full-time • Camden, New Jersey, United States • $0 / year • 1m ago

Overview

Provide paralegal assistance to in-house claims/litigation attorney, including to manage a caseload of litigated third-party personal injury claim files, while also working collaboratively and cooperatively with the pre-litigation claims handler, as well as the safety, workers compensation, claims, finance and other company divisions (as needed) in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

Paralegal support including but not limited to:

Day-to-day management of litigated third-party personal injury claims, including the gathering of pertinent accident information, documentation, and physical evidence, and support of pre-litigation claims handler.
Supporting outside counsel in responding to pleadings and discovery requests.
Managing and reviewing invoices from outside litigation counsel.
Familiarity and experience with reviewing medical records is a must.
Analyzing and evaluating claims, including liability and medical causation issues.
Assist in-house attorneys with other tasks unrelated to personal injury claims, such as employment, commercial and other legal matters affecting the company, particularly litigation.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements include the following:

Minimum of five (5) years in the claims and/or legal industry relating to the handling of personal injury and property damage (auto) claims.
Excellent written and verbal skills to effectively and professionally correspond and negotiate with claimants, attorneys, insurers, etc. in order to handle claims.
Working knowledge of medical and legal terminology and practices.
Must be professional, highly organized, and detailed oriented.
Ability to work at a fast pace, with little supervision, and be able to multi-task.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to assess and prioritize job responsibilities.
Ability to adapt to changing technology.
Ability to work in a collaborative and pleasant manner with others.

Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor's degree, associate's degree, or paralegal certificate preferred.

Technical Skills:

Knowledge of software management system for handling legal files.
Tech savvy knowledge of internet, operating systems, mobile devices, etc.
Proficient use of PC with thorough knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Understanding of standard and currently used office equipment (e.g., copiers, scanners, etc.).

We are excited to share that the base salary range for this position is $65,000.00 - $90,000.00. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, targeted at 3%. NFI takes into consideration applicants' qualifications, experience, education, and geographic location when determining a starting rate of pay.

Employees are also eligible for a robust benefit program, which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Paid Parental Leave, among other benefit plan options.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

LA County Applicants: The Company will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

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