Paralegal - Workers Compensation/GL - Zurich
Fresno, CA 93704
About the Job
Zurich North America is currently hiring a Workers Compensation/General Liability Paralegal for its Staff Legal Office in Fresno or San Francisco. Their work will be in support of moderate to complex Liability litigation cases or workers compensation cases (e.g. case work, research, subpoenas, etc.). The preferred candidate will demonstrate experience with either Workers Compensation or General Liability.
Responsibilities:
Providing legal support up to three remote attorneys
Drafting legal pleadings, correspondence, and other documents as directed
Providing legal support such as legal and documentary research
Monitoring case schedules and filing deadlines
Conducting interviews, summarizing depositions, medical records
Preparing discovery requests and responses
Assisting in trial preparation
Responding to inquiries from and interacting with customers, clients, counsel, and witnesses
Keeping track of billable hours.
Organizing and maintaining case files and documentation, electronically
Contributing to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed
Basic Qualifications:
Associate Degree and 2 or more years of experience in the Legal or Legal Support area
OR
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 2 or more years of experience in the Legal or Legal Support area
AND
Experience conducting electronic database research
Experience drafting legal documents, correspondence, and/or pleadings
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree
Defense experience
Insurance industry experience
Ability to effectively conduct electronic database research, including Lexus Nexis
Microsoft 365 Office, strong computer skills in Windows 10
Comfortable working in a paperless work environment
Strong communication skills.
Comfortable working in a remote & an office environment.
CORE Registered Paralegal (CRP)
PACE Registered Paralegal (PRP)
Certified Paralegal (CP)
Certified Legal Assistant (CLA)
Professional Paralegal (PP)
As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to our COVID-related health and safety protocols (Apply with Get.It including, without limitation, a requirement that employees attest as to their vaccination status with a YES/NO, and upload proof of vaccination status, or negative COVID test results when allowable, to a third-party vendor. These are continuously re-evaluated and the requirements may change at any time.
A future with Zurich
Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 148 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.
As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet
Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Responsibilities:
Providing legal support up to three remote attorneys
Drafting legal pleadings, correspondence, and other documents as directed
Providing legal support such as legal and documentary research
Monitoring case schedules and filing deadlines
Conducting interviews, summarizing depositions, medical records
Preparing discovery requests and responses
Assisting in trial preparation
Responding to inquiries from and interacting with customers, clients, counsel, and witnesses
Keeping track of billable hours.
Organizing and maintaining case files and documentation, electronically
Contributing to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed
Basic Qualifications:
Associate Degree and 2 or more years of experience in the Legal or Legal Support area
OR
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 2 or more years of experience in the Legal or Legal Support area
AND
Experience conducting electronic database research
Experience drafting legal documents, correspondence, and/or pleadings
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree
Defense experience
Insurance industry experience
Ability to effectively conduct electronic database research, including Lexus Nexis
Microsoft 365 Office, strong computer skills in Windows 10
Comfortable working in a paperless work environment
Strong communication skills.
Comfortable working in a remote & an office environment.
CORE Registered Paralegal (CRP)
PACE Registered Paralegal (PRP)
Certified Paralegal (CP)
Certified Legal Assistant (CLA)
Professional Paralegal (PP)
As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to our COVID-related health and safety protocols (Apply with Get.It including, without limitation, a requirement that employees attest as to their vaccination status with a YES/NO, and upload proof of vaccination status, or negative COVID test results when allowable, to a third-party vendor. These are continuously re-evaluated and the requirements may change at any time.
A future with Zurich
Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 148 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.
As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet
Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Source : Zurich