Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Farmers Insurance is a company passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives. They are seeking an Insurance Defense Paralegal to support their California Staff Counsel team by assisting attorneys with legal documents, client interviews, and trial preparation.
Responsibilities
- Assists attorneys in answering interrogatories; interviews clients and reduces answers to writing; reviews work with attorneys and prepares answers in final form
- Obtains, reviews and summarizes medical records at the direction of trial attorneys and has them reviewed by experts as necessary; and arranges for medical examinations
- Assists attorneys in preparing motions, and researches legal points in connection therewith
- Assists attorneys in interviewing witnesses preparatory to and during trials as necessary
- Assists attorneys in preparing documents and evidence for trial
- Performs other functions as assigned
Skills
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- 2 year Associates Degree OR 3 years experience working as a Paralegal
- Paralegal certificate or a degree in paralegal studies or the completion of at least one year of law school
- Bachelor's degree
- Paralegal certificate from American Bar Association (ABA) approved program
- One year experience working in a civil litigation law firm
Benefits
- Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
- 401(k)
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Assistance
Company Overview
The companies comprising the Farmers Insurance Group of Companies® currently make up one of the country's largest insurers of vehicles, homes and small businesses, and provide a wide range of other specialty insurance and financial services products. It was founded in 1928, and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.farmers.com.