AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. is seeking a full-time experienced litigation paralegal for its growing in-house staff counsel office in New York. This position will support a team of attorneys handling general liability in New York.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Substantial review and summarizing of medical records and deposition transcripts
• Must be able to identify entries in medical records that are critical to the defense analysis of the case and/or that trigger additional discovery measures warranted
• Assist in drafting summaries of the medical records, noting relevant information contained within the records, for assigned attorneys
• Assist with drafting of motions and pleadings
• Trial preparation including trial exhibits, charts, trial notebook, jury instructions, verdict forms, trial subpoenas, etc.
• Preparing and responding to discovery
• The candidate should be able to work under pressure, remain flexible, be proactive, resourceful, and efficient

• Paralegal certification and/or degree from accredited college or university
• Minimum of 7 years of Litigation Paralegal experience. A strong medical background, such as nursing, may substitute.
• Exceptional litigation skills and excellent working knowledge of legal documents
• Working knowledge and experience complying with New York rules and laws applicable to the civil litigation practice
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in order to communicate effectively with attorneys, staff and clients
• Bachelors degree required
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred, but not required

This job description is designed to provide a general overview of the requirements of the job and does not entail a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that will be required in this position. AmTrust has the right to revise this job description at any time.

AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.

AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.

AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.