Paralegal at AF Group
United States
$46.9k - $78.55k
<p style="line-height: 12pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>SUMMARY</strong></span></p><p style="line-height: 12pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">T</span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">his position will provide legal assistance to the attorneys representing the Enterprise in all aspects of legal case preparation and file management including legal research; analyzing law sources such as statutes, judicial decisions, legal articles and legal codes; drafting complex documents; contacting and interviewing clients, attorneys and witnesses; and collecting documents and information relevant to cases. The position requires you to perform expected tasks with minimal supervision.</span></span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES </strong>include the following. Other duties may be assigned.</span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 24px;"><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Review and summarize medical and other records and prepare summaries of relevant information.</span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Interview witnesses to gather information or confer with personnel in other departments and outside the organization while performing research or other legal responsibilities.</span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Assist attorneys with complex caseload research, subject and topic research, and briefings of court cases.</span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Provide advice and guidance on a variety of activities and contracts. Identify complex legal or business issues.</span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Assist attorneys with complex and/or sensitive hearings by preparing notes, organizing, assembling and filing exhibits.</span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Draft settlement documents and other pleadings, as directed.</span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Perform other legal tasks, as jurisdictionally permitted.</span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Perform special assignments as requested by the attorneys.</span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Retrieve and analyze information from the Workers' Compensation website.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Assist in preparation of worker’s compensation files for hearing.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Assist Manager with docket management and case assignment</span></p><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"> </p></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE</strong></span></p><p><i><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Relevant combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.</span></i></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 24px;"><li><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or Paralegal certification required.</span></li><li><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Continuous learning, as defined by AFHI’s learning philosophy, is required. </span></span></li><li><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Certification or progress toward certification is highly preferred and encouraged.</span></span></li><li><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Two (2) years of paralegal experience involving civil liability or workers compensation cases preferred. </span></span></li><li><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Prior experience with workers’ compensation claims is preferable but not essential.</span></span></li></ul><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>QUALIFICATIONS</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 11pt;">To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES</strong></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 24px;"><li><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Broad knowledge of the principles of the judicial and administrative process. </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Legal knowledge of research procedures and use of a Law Library.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Strong oral/written communication, interpersonal and customer service skills are essential. </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Ability to work on own initiative, multitask and meet deadlines. </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Ability to handle confidential information sensitively and discreetly.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Proficient in Microsoft Windows including spreadsheet applications and Microsoft Word.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Strong organization, multi-tasking and attention to detail skills required.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Ability to work independently as well as within a team.</span></li></ul><p style="background-color: white;"> </p><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: "helvetica neue";"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt;"><strong>PAY RANGE: </strong></span></span></p><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: "helvetica neue";"><i><span style="font-size: 10.5pt;">“Actual compensation decision relies on the consideration of internal equity, candidate’s skills and professional experience, geographic location, market and other potential factors. It is not standard practice for an offer to be at or near the top of the range, and therefore a reasonable estimate for this role is between $46,900 and $78,550.”</span></i></span></p><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: "helvetica neue";"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt;"> </span></span></p><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: "helvetica neue";"><i><span style="font-size: 10.5pt;">We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any form. Candidates for the position stated above are hired on an "at will" basis. Nothing herein is intended to create a contract.</span></i></span></p><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: "helvetica neue";"><i><span style="font-size: 10.5pt;">#LI-CH1</span></i></span></p><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: "helvetica neue";"><i><span style="font-size: 10.5pt;">#AFG</span></i></span></p> <br>Accident Fund Insurance Company of America
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