Paralegal - Texas (Remote) -

at  Allstate

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Specialist provides paralegal support for Client Legal Services attorneys. The role prepares pleadings and motions. Under general attorney supervision, this individual facilitates the discovery process, including obtaining records, reviewing documents, interviewing clients, preparing trial materials, and summarizing and analyzing research.

EDUCATION

• 4 year Bachelors Degree (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE

• 0-2 years experience (Preferred)

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (IN LIEU)

• In lieu of the above education requirements, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

SKILLS

Customer Centricity, Digital Literacy, Evidence Gathering, Inclusive Leadership, Learning Agility, Legal Document Preparation, Legal Management Software, Legal Services, Legal Training, Legal Writing, Litigation, Paralegal Assistance, Paralegal Certification, Paralegal Studies, Results-Oriented

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review new file assignments, draft initial pleadings (e.g. answer, motion, etc.), and draft discovery
• Communication with Claim Business Partners and Plaintiff Attorneys on case status
• Assist with the identification and summarizing of relevant issues; continually monitor issues and update attorney, as appropriate
• Assist attorney in preparing materials for trial, arbitration or mediation
• Review and serve responses to discovery demands
• Assist clients in answering questions regarding discovery
• Draft responses to discovery demands
• Review new and proposed legislation and determine applicability
• Prepare brief to assist client in presenting case in small claims court