Paralegal

CURE Auto Insurance is a leading direct writer of auto insurance in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. CURE offers a great working environment, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits package which includes health and dental coverage, life and disability insurance, 401k with generous company match, and much more!

Due to our continuing growth and success, we are seeking a full-time paralegal to join our new and developing in-house law firm! This position will support a small group of attorneys handling insurance defense cases.  The ideal candidate will have experience handling cases involving No Fault/PIP, UM/UIM, & Bodily Injury Suits.

Essential Job Functions/Requirements:

• Responsibilities include but are not limited to supporting 2-4 attorneys with discovery related tasks, medical record collection, medical summaries/chronologies, and trial preparation.
• 1+ years experience as a paralegal handling insurance related defense cases specific to No Fault/PIP coverage, bodily injury and/or UM/UIM claims.
• Specific experience interacting with the Court, drafting pleadings, motions, discovery; coordinating medical exams, scheduling court appearances & discovery, and managing all aspects of the defense of cases from inception through trial.
• Administrative skills necessary to assist with the opening of a new inhouse attorney office.
• Civil litigation and insurance defense experience.
• Paralegal Certification or equivalent education/experience required.
• Detail oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills.  
• Must be able to work independently as well as possess strong interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively to co-workers, clients, and external parties. 
• Ability to thrive in a high volume environment managing an electronic-based case load.      
• Must be organized and have the ability to multitask, while prioritizing work.

Experience/Qualifications: 

• Paralegal Certificate a plus
• College Degree (4yr preferred) 
• Legal/law firm experience preferred with the litigation or insurance defense The candidates must possess excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills, and the ability to multitask. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a focus on Excel and spreadsheet analysis      

Physical Actions/Environment: Working conditions are typical of an office environment. Required job duties consist of prompt and regular attendance, ability to frequently move about the office to coordinate work with others; standing, sitting and typing for extended periods; and lifting and/or carrying up to 5 lbs. Ability to frequently communicate with others in-person, on the phone/virtually, and in writing. Ability to read, understand, process and evaluate large amounts of technical information and make related, informed decisions. Candidates must be willing to work onsite in the Detroit, MI office*.

Schedule: Full-Time; 8:30am-5pm.

Location: Detroit, MI

Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 annually based on experience

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CURE Auto Insurance provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Disclaimer: This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  This job description may be subject to change at any time.

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