Paralegal - Personal Auto: IP, BI

Job Description

PARALEGAL - MI

Support a small group of attorneys handling insurance defense cases. The ideal candidate will have experience handling Personal Auto
: No-Fault/PIP, UM/UIM, & Bodily Injury cases.

Location:

Detroit, MI / Hybrid Role

Salary: $75K - $100K

• Support 1-2 attorneys with discovery-related tasks, medical record collection, medical summaries/chronologies, appeals, and trial preparation.
• Communicate in writing and verbally with attorneys, witnesses, and clients to schedule or confirm appearances.
• Review, edit, and adjust the litigation calendar and confirm depositions and court appearances.
• Draft legal documents and pleadings, including deposition notices, subpoenas, authorizations, motions, and certifications.
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume environment, managing an electronic-based case load.
• Must be organized with the ability to multitask while prioritizing work.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• College Degree (4yr preferred)
• Minimum of 1 year working as a Paralegal in Personal Injury or Bodily Injury with a strong understanding of legal processes, case management, and supporting attorneys in litigation or appeals.
• Specific experience interacting with the Court, drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery; coordinating medical exams, scheduling court appearances & discovery, and managing all aspects of the defense of cases from inception through trial.
• Paralegal Certification or equivalent education/experience required.
• Detail-oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Legal/law firm experience preferred, with litigation or insurance defense experience.
• Must possess excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills, as well as the ability to multitask.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a focus on Excel and spreadsheet analysis.