Paralegal

JOB SUMMARY

The Paralegal will support in-house attorneys in all aspects of litigation and file management

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Proactively support three (3) or more attorneys
• Draft pleadings and motions for attorney review, and file them with the court
• Aid attorneys with interrogatories, requests for production and other discovery requests
• Draft discovery response shells
• Preparation of initial disclosures and documents
• Preparation of non-party Subpoenas, including review of records received
• Preparation for trial, including preparation of trial exhibits, trial subpoenas, and/or demonstrative aids
• Organize documents for depositions
• Assist attorneys with organization for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and/or trials
• Conduct legal research of arguments to be presented
• Correspond via email with opposing counsel, experts and court
• Administrative duties may be required such as maintaining attorneys’ calendars, scheduling legal events, and ensuring deadlines are met
• Mentor and train Legal Assistants as needed

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years of Paralegal experience preferred
• Property insurance defense and litigation experience preferred
• Trial preparation experience preferred
• Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices, etc.
• Must be self-managed and be able to work independently
• Solid organizational skills and strong attention to detail in meeting deadlines
• Advanced knowledge of software applications including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Must have an ability to use Florida’s E-Filing System and other relevant web based systems
• Ability to accurately process a variety of tasks and high volumes of work in a fast-paced environment
• Superior interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
• Resourceful research and analytical skills
• Holds a high level of professionalism

EDUCATION & TRAINING

• Associates’ Degree required, Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS

• Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-certified program preferred

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Qualifications

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years of Paralegal experience preferred
• Property insurance defense and litigation experience preferred
• Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices, etc.
• Must be self-managed and be able to work independently
• Solid organizational skills and strong attention to detail in meeting deadlines
• Advanced knowledge of software applications including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Must have an ability to use Florida’s E-Filing System and other relevant web based systems
• Ability to accurately process a variety of tasks and high volumes of work in a fast-paced environment
• Superior interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
• Resourceful research and analytical skills
• Holds a high level of professionalism

EDUCATION & TRAINING

• Associates’ Degree required, Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS

• Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-certified program preferred

HYBRID WORKING & COLLABORATION WEEKS

To foster HCI’s commitment to creating a collaborative work environment, remote workers will be required to report to a central office location for one week every quarter for collaboration, team building, and educational exercises. Attendance during collaboration weeks is a vital component of our team culture, and therefore mandatory unless exceptions are approved through Human Resources. Additionally, employees may be asked to report to the office outside of collaboration weeks as project requirements, team meetings, or other organizational needs that necessitate in-person collaboration occur.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily sedentary in nature. Job operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and other devices. The employee will be exposed to normal office environment conditions and temperatures. Noise level is low to moderate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The role requires sitting for long periods of time, as well as working with computer and other electronic screens under fluorescent lights.

PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position in compliance with HCI policy and applicable law. HCI cannot guarantee any particular accommodation requested by an employee and this job description does not constitute an agreement to do the same. Employees must review HCI’s policies regarding reasonable accommodation and notify the Human Resources Department regarding any accommodation request.

NATURE OF JOB DESCRIPTION

This is not a complete itemization of all facets of this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, HCI reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Employment with HCI is on an “at-will” basis and may be terminated by HCI or an employee at any time and for any reason.