Claims And Litigation Paralegal

Family-owned transportation & distribution company is looking for a candidate to join its in- house legal department, to manage a moderate caseload (approx. 75 files) of personal injury claim files. Paralegal certification is not a requirement; relevant experience (plaintiff or defense) is a must. Will consider candidates with experience/background as insurance claims examiner.

• Day-to-day management of mostly pre-litigation personal injury claims, primarily
  trucking/auto related and premises liability (slip & falls)
• Leading post-accident internal investigations, to include the gathering witness statements,
  physical and other evidence to preserve for possible future litigation
• Gathering all relevant medical records, including medical bills, from claimants and their
  attorneys
• Gathering all additional relevant evidence from claimant attorneys, including evidence
  relating to liability and property damages
• Examining and summarizing all medical records and bills – FAMILIARITY AND
  EXPERIENCE WITH REVIEWING MEDICAL RECORDS IS A MUST
• Analyzing and evaluating claims – including liability and medical causation issues
• Preparing and organizing unresolved claim files in such a manner as to be transferred to
  in-house litigation paralegal, with whom you will be closely working
• May be asked to assist in-house attorneys with other tasks unrelated to personal injury
  claims, such as employment and other legal matters affecting the company

Minimum requirements include the following:

• Minimum of five (5) years in the claims or legal industry relating to the handling of
  personal injury and property damage (auto) claims
• Excellent written and verbal skills to effectively and professionally correspond and
  negotiate with claimants, attorneys, insurers etc. in order to settle claims
• Significant knowledge of medical and legal terminology and practices
• Must be professional, highly organized and detailed oriented
• Ability to work at a fast pace, with little supervision and be able to multi-task
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office - Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, required
• Capable of prioritizing and reprioritizing tasks

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree, associate's degree, or paralegal certificate preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of software management system for handling legal files.
• Tech savvy knowledge of internet, operating systems, mobile devices, etc.
• Proficient use of PC with thorough knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Understanding of standard and currently used office equipment (e.g., copiers, scanners, etc.).

We are excited to share that the base salary range for this position is $65,000.00 - $90,000.00.  This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, targeted at 3%.  NFI takes into consideration applicants' qualifications, experience, education, and geographic location when determining a starting rate of pay.  

Employees are also eligible for a robust benefit program, which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Paid Parental Leave, among other benefit plan options.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

LA County Applicants: The Company will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.