Global Insurance Paralegal Jobs

The New York office of Cozen O’Connor is seeking an experienced litigation paralegal to support the attorneys in the Global Insurance Department. The candidate should have strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills, experience handling complex matters involving catastrophic injuries, and the ability to prioritize and balance a variety of tasks. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience, including e-filing and trial experience, and thrives in a fast-paced, high intensity environment. The candidate will be expected to work flexible hours and overtime as needed from time to time. The firm is offering a hybrid work schedule of 3 days in the office, 2 days remote for all paralegals.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform factual research and investigation.
• Assist in preparing and filing (including e-filing) of legal documents including motions, discovery, and agreements.
• Establish and maintain strong communications with clients, experts, witnesses, etc.
• Some administrative tasks, including conflict checks and file opening.
• Utilize computer databases to organize, store and access information; conduct moderately complex research on LEXIS, Westlaw and other online computer assisted research databases.
• Case file management (create, organize, track and maintain files; monitor calendars and meeting deadlines; document actions; input information into file database and case management software).
• Oversee/assist with the discovery process, including the analysis of medical records obtaining IME’s, scheduling depositions, assisting with discovery requests and responses, and preparing /filing pleadings, privilege logs and memoranda.
• Assist attorneys with all stages of litigation.

A four-year bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate required.

The salary range for this role is $75,000 - $100,000 and represents the Firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications and location.

Cozen O’Connor is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Cozen O’Connor is committed to employing a diverse complement of attorneys and staff, and to fostering greater inclusion in the legal profession. We understand the organizational effectiveness that comes from welcoming and valuing difference within the firm, and we know that assembling a team with a rich diversity of perspectives and experience is necessary to providing the highest quality legal service. We encourage candidates to apply and join us in this effort.

Cozen O'Connor actively welcomes applicants who have previously left the workforce and are looking to return to their careers. Gaps in experience are not penalized.