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Paralegal - Margolis Edelstein
Margolis Edelstein, a premier insurance defense firm is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join our Mount Laurel, NJ team. We are looking for self-motivated individuals with great organizational skills, effective case management, ability to multitask, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and help wherever needed. You will provide a broad spectrum of legal services under the supervision of an attorney. The ideal candidates will have defense litigation experience, be familiar with e-filing in state/federal courts, calendaring/docketing, and various legal administrative duties.
Paralegal Responsibilities:
- Respond to discovery requests (Interrogatories, Notices to Produce, Requests for Admissions)
- Collect, examine and organize evidence, medical records and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
- Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents and Motions
- Research regulations, laws and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports and case files
- Must have experience with e-filing in state/federal courts
- Communicate with clients, witnesses and opposing counsel
- Manage, organize and maintain documents in electronic filing systems
- Assistance with trial preparation
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
- Associate degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a Bachelor's degree a plus but not required
- 2-5 years of experience as an administrative assistant (preferably in a law firm or in a corporate legal department), legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal
- Detail-oriented and highly organized
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and professional demeanor
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Proficient in Box, SurePoint, and Filevine preferred
- Ability to work independently, manage large workloads, and keep deadlines
For consideration email your resume to careers@margolisedelstein.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000 - $65,000