Paralegal

GLB, PC • Full-time • Tigard, OR, US • $30 - $45 / hour • 28m ago

GLB, PC is a partnership of established civil defense attorneys located in Tigard. We represent insurance carriers, insureds and individuals in defense of Construction, Injury and Professional Liability claims in Oregon and Washington. We seek candidates who are responsible, responsive, knowledgeable, creative, professional and who thrive in a supportive team environment.

The firm is looking for an experienced and motivated Paralegal for our Construction Defect team who wants to work hard in our uniquely congenial office environment.

Overview of Benefits:

· Competitive salary, opportunity for bonuses

· Medical, dental, life, & vision care coverage

· 401(k) retirement savings plan with 3% company contribution

· Great in-office work environment

· Work from home, in-office, or hybrid – you choose what works best for you!

· Flexible schedule

· Paid vacation and holidays

· Positive and productive culture

· Free Parking

· Vacation credit for billable hour requirements

· Professional Development Assistance

Essential Job Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will have experience working as an Insurance Defense paralegal, with a focus in Construction Defect and Complex Litigation. This position would support a small number of attorneys and report directly to one of the Partners. As a Paralegal at GLB, you will be responsible for the management of a large case load of cases from start to trial, as well as manage discovery, review, and analyze documents, create, and maintain databases, draft legal documents, and conduct various document searches and factual research.

Experience:

· Strong communication skills.

· Experience with Insurance Defense and insurance tender process.

· Experience with legal billing and monthly/yearly hourly expectations.

· Experience in all phases of the litigation process.

· Ability to effectively set priorities, meet deadlines and manage multiple projects for several attorneys.

· Ability to search database programs and assist with organizing, summarizing and/or categorizing.

· Able to work independently with minimum direction and good organizational skills needed to manage a medium to large caseload.

· Ability to take a proactive role in prioritizing and completing tasks with limited supervision.

· Strong verbal and written communication skills.

· Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.

· Adaptable to changing priorities.

· Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with all levels of firm personnel, clients, counsel, and vendors.

· Ability to troubleshoot issues and create solutions.

· Proficient in Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, Outlook), PACER, Lexis Nexis and eDiscovery software (NextPoint).

· Familiarity with Clio Manage a plus.

· Minimum 5 years’ experience as a litigation paralegal (insurance defense experience a must).

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In-Office (Tigard) and/or Remote (employee’s choice)

We are desirous of ensuring a diverse and welcoming work environment with allowance for work-life balance. We are committed to equality in the workplace and seek to employ without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, or other non-merit-based considerations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

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