The Seattle office of Cozen O'Connor is currently searching for experienced paralegal with 5+ years of experience working in a plaintiff-oriented practice to support attorneys in the Subrogation Department. Candidate will have proven civil litigation experience with knowledge/experience of state and federal courts, rules of civil procedure and e-filing. The candidate should be detail oriented, able to work independently, and possess excellent organizational and written/oral communication skills. Candidate must have the motivation and skill to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and have proven computer/technology skills. The firm is offering a hybrid work schedule of 3 days in the office, 2 days remote for all paralegals.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Analyze and summarize damages
- Draft complaints, motions to compel and other discovery motions
- Propound and respond to discovery
- Case file management (create, organize, track and maintain files; monitor calendars and meeting deadlines; document actions; input information into file database and case management software).
- Document management including but not limited to review of documents, bates labeling, organization of documents and compiling information for discovery responses/pleadings/motions.
- Coordinate scene examinations, destructive testing and depositions
- Review financial and business records and prepare chronologies
- Preparing FOIA requests
- Witness investigation
- Trial and deposition preparation
- E-filing in both state and federal court
A four year bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate required.
If you are interested in this position, please apply directly using the attached link:
https://cozen.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=240000BK&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York
Cozen O’Connor is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled persons and veterans.
Cozen O’Connor is committed to employing a diverse complement of attorneys and staff, and to fostering greater inclusion in the legal profession. We understand the organizational effectiveness that comes from welcoming and valuing differences, and we know that assembling a team with a rich diversity of perspectives and experience is necessary to providing the highest quality legal service. We encourage candidates to apply and join us in this effort.
Cozen O'Connor actively welcomes applicants who have previously left the workforce and are looking to return to their careers. Gaps in experience are not penalized.
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