Overview
Legal Assistant Jobs in Detroit, MI at AAA The Auto Club Group
Looking to join a national defense firm that is progressive and innovative? Casual day every day, flexible work from home policy, diverse and inclusive, and attorneys that are collaborative and supportive across every office? If this sounds interesting, we are that firm and we are looking for paralegals to support our national litigation practice. Although this position will be based in New Jersey, this position will be supporting cases nationwide as part of a paralegal pool. Ideal candidates will have at least 2-3 years of litigation and trial experience and must be extremely organized and self-motivated. Qualified candidates will assist our attorneys in all aspects of case management including, pre-trial preparation, summarizing of medical records, depositions, employment records, etc., and provide assistance with discovery work up. This position is required to come into the office 3 days per week. Therefore you must live in the greater Berkeley Heights area – no exceptions. Join the firm that is a bold differentiator in the industry.
Requirements:
Must possess a paralegal certificate
Professional and pleasant demeanor
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail
Ability to process and follow up on Subpoenas for the receipt of medical, employment, worker’s compensation, disability, taxes, educational, union records, etc.
Ability to communicate with experts, specifically prepare and organize material needed for expert witness review
Ability to respond timely and effectively in a team atmosphere
Ability to multi-task independently, be proactive and successfully manage a variety of demands
High level of computer competency, in the complete Microsoft Office Suite. Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, iManage, e-Copy, PDF conversion
Trial preparation, including but not limited to the preparation of exhibits, witness materials and pre-trial documents
Ability to prepare records, review and prepare exhibits, and trial preparation
Assemble chronologies of key documents
Review, analyze and organize document productions by opposing parties and co-defendants
Ability to redact claim files, medical records, police reports, emails, etc.
Determine, prepare and organize material needed for expert witness review
Requires the ability to work 40 Hours a week M-F 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Reliable with excellent attendance
Benefits include:
A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account
401(k) retirement plan
PTO, paid sick time and paid holidays
A flexible work from home policy
Referral program
Recruiters – Please do not contact us as we are not using external recruiters to fill this position at this time.
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Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Vision insurance
Work from home
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
Title: Legal Assistant
Company: AAA The Auto Club Group
Location: Detroit, MI
