Paralegal
US-TX-Houston
Careers (External)
Req #: 40680
Type: Regular Full Time
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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! Responsibilities: Linda M. Villarreal & Associates, staff counsel for State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, is seeking Paralegals to join their growing team in Houston, Texas. Candidates must be detail-oriented, adaptable, able to prioritize workload, and can multi-task in a fast pace electronic environment. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, assisting attorneys with conducting client discovery meetings, drafting written discovery objections and responses, drafting reports, drafting medical summaries/chronologies, assist with retaining experts and trial assistance. This is a hybrid role, meaning that the work arrangement calls for hours in the office and virtually. Everyone in a hybrid role is required to spend some time in the office. Work arrangements could change over time based on business needs. Office Location: 1221 Lamar St., Houston, TX 77010 Qualifications: Previous Experience required: * Prior paralegal experience, preferably insurance defense or personal injury * Background in drafting discovery responses, trial preparation, and drafting motions/pleadings * Familiarity with the Texas Rule of Civil Procedures * Experience reviewing medical records and completing medical summaries Key Skills required: * Strong organizational skills, ability to work independently, prioritize workload, multi-task in a fast-paced environment, and communicate effectively * Strong written communication skills, attention to detail Technology/software experience required: * Strong software/technical skills * Working knowledge of a Case Management system * Working Knowledge of a Document Storage system Education requirements including licensing and certifications: * Prior litigation or paralegal experience, paralegal degree/certificate/certification, medical training, or relevant coursework or legal studies degree is required Additional Details: * Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately. State Farm will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work opportunities. #LI-DNI
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