Paralegal US-NY-Jericho
Job ID: 2024-39687
Type: Regular Full Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Legal, Compliance, and Risk Management Jericho, NY
Overview Being good neighbors - helping people, investing in our communities, and making the world a better place - is who we are at State Farm. It is at the core of how we operate and the reason for our success. Come join a #1 team and do some good! Khakis optional. . .
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- Get Paid! On top of our competitive pay, you are eligible for an annual raise and bonus.
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Responsibilities James F. Butler & Associates, insurance staff counsel for State Farm Insurance Companies, is seeking a Paralegal to join the Jericho, NY office. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, supporting Attorneys with discovery, trial preparation, pleadings and pre-trial motions in first and third party insurance defense/bodily injury cases. The most qualified candidates will have the ability to communicate effectively, work independently, and prioritize workload in a fast paced and time sensitive environment.
This is a hybrid position working Monday-Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM or 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The position is classified as a hybrid role, meaning that the work arrangement calls for hours in the office and virtually. The selected candidate should plan to spend time working both in the Jericho office and from home (if desired) as part of a hybrid work arrangement. Work arrangements could change over time based on business needs.
Based in Jericho, NY, we enjoy an active and busy civil trial practice. We provide a congenial, team-oriented, and professional work environment with skilled support staff.
Office Location: 300 Jericho Quadrangle, Jericho, New York 11753
Qualifications - 1-7 years of paralegal experience preferably in insurance defense or personal injury environment
- Paralegal degree, certificate, and/or paralegal education
- Ability to draft pleadings, routine motions, discovery, and legal memoranda
- Familiarity with Court Rules and Procedures
- Experience with discovery process
- Trial preparation experience
- Understanding of medical terminology and records
- Understanding of internet information resources and software applications with the ability to develop greater automation expertise
- Potential salary range: $67,376.56 - $80,000
- Potential yearly incentive pay up to 10% of the base salary (results may vary year to year)
Competitive Benefits Including:
- 401k Plan
- Health Insurance
- Dental/Vision plans
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Annual Merit Increases
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Initiatives
- For more details visit our Benefits Page
Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work opportunity
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