Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Join the dynamic team at Merani Kamara Law Group and elevate your career as a full-time Paralegal in the vibrant heart of New York, NY! This is an exciting opportunity for experienced paralegals to thrive as part of a collaborative team that promotes innovation and excellence. At our firm, you'll engage in meaningful work that prioritizes problem-solving and integrity while collaborating with a forward-thinking team.

The Merani Kamara Law Group focus on insurance law and litigation and feature experienced trial litigation attorneys with proven track records. Our litigators have taken many favorable verdicts on behalf of the companies we represent in various areas involving insurance claims and contract litigation; thereby saving our clients millions of dollars. Over the years, our firm has handled thousands of litigation matters on behalf of our clients and over 75,000 litigation matters for insurers alone. We handle large volumes of litigation in aggressive but cost-effective manners for our clients. Our high verdict-success rate at trial and excellent settlement rate on behalf of clients are testaments to our ability to consistently produce outstanding results.

As a Paralegal at Merani Kamara Law Group, you will work across the litigation process. This could include prepping a file for trial, preparing court documents, compiling discovery requests, and supporting attorneys with e-filing or updating our files. Your contributions will not only support our attorneys but also help facilitate positive outcomes for our clients, making your role integral to the firm's success and reputation in the legal industry.

• Review assignments of documents, request supporting documentation from the client, and obtain verification of service or other documents from third parties.
• Identify facts, enter data into case management systems, and notate files with applicable information.
• Organize medical records, billing records, correspondence, and litigation documents.
• Track court and statute of limitations deadlines to meet all key milestones and alert attorneys of upcoming priorities.
• Analyze case documentation and assist in the preparation of motions, briefs, and other court documents.
• e-File documents with the applicable courts and file the court stamped documents in the respective matter files as well as provide notices to attorneys and paralegals.
• Partner with attorneys and leadership on procedural updates related to court rules, client guidelines, and internal controls.
• Perform other administrative and practice support duties as assigned to meet firm needs.

• At least 2 years of prior experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in a litigation environment. Insurance defense experience is preferred, but not required.
• Paralegal certification preferred, but not required.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Capable of working across multiple files and software systems to achieve results.
• Proactive problem solving with demonstrated willingness to ask questions to understand processes.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Caret Legal (or other case management software), NetDocuments (or similar document management systems).
• Prior experience working in fast-paced or high volume environments.
• Ability to pass applicable background and reference checks.
• Willing to work onsite 5 days a week.

Benefits
- Health Insurance

- Dental, Vision

- 401k

- PTO