[Hiring] Litigation Paralegal @Jacoby & Meyers

Role Description

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Prepare and timely submit government claim forms and supporting documentation in compliance with applicable requirements and deadlines.
• Review claims for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and agency guidelines.
• Monitor claim statuses and maintain detailed records of submissions, correspondence, and case activity.
• Track and manage Statute of Limitations deadlines to ensure timely filings and case progression.
• Maintain and calendar critical deadlines, reminders, hearings, and task assignments.
• Communicate with government agencies regarding pending, delayed, or denied claims and coordinate appropriate follow-up actions.
• Respond to requests for additional information, documentation, or clarification in a timely manner.
• Conduct background, documentary, and factual investigations related to party identity, location, assets, and case development in support of government claims and litigation strategy.
• Draft summons, complaints, and ancillary documents for attorney’s review.
• Send initial filing documents out for filing through a legal services company.
• Collaborate with pre-litigation departments to identify matters appropriate for litigation and facilitate efficient case progression.
• Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing case-related information.
• Document key case developments, identify concerns, and assist in developing litigation strategies and case plans.
• Maintain and update case management software to ensure accurate case tracking, documentation, and workflow efficiency.

Qualifications

• At least 1-3 years of civil litigation experience
• Very well organized
• Good follow-up
• Strong communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to handle large volume of cases and multiple cases at a time
• Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
• Bachelor’s Degree or two to four years of related experience and/or training
• Paralegal Certificate a plus
• Knowledge of Internet software, spreadsheet software, and word processing software

Benefits

• Flexible Schedules
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company-paid Life Insurance and AD&D Coverage, Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs
• Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Time, Paid Holidays
• Health FSA and Dependent Care FSA
• Accident Insurance
• Commuter Transportation Incentive
• Cell Phone and Internet Stipend
• Fully-paid parking
• Remote Positions

Company Description

Jacoby & Meyers was founded in 1972 with the intention of making the legal system more accessible to the average person. Now, more than 50 years later, we continue to help people get the justice and compensation they deserve. Specializing in all types of accident claims, including:

• Automobile accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Bicycle accidents
• Uber/Lyft accidents
• Trucking accidents
• Slip and falls
• Dog bites
• Construction accidents
• Other wrongful conduct

The attorneys at Jacoby & Meyers have recovered over a billion dollars for their clients' personal injury and wrongful death claims caused by the negligence of a third party.