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Responsibilities
Kent E. Gorsuch & Associates, insurance staff counsel for State Farm Insurance Companies, is seeking a discovery paralegal to join our office in Southfield, MI. Responsibilities for this role will include drafting first party discovery responses and preparing materials for production, including appropriate redactions. The ideal candidate will have experience with No-Fault law, knowledge of the civil litigation process, redacting materials, and drafting first party discovery responses. Competitive candidates will have the ability to work independently, communicate effectively, collaborate with peers, and prioritize workload while meeting critical deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Everyone in a hybrid role is required to spend some time in the office. Work arrangements could change over time based on business needs.
Located in Southfield, Michigan we enjoy an active, busy civil trial practice. We provide a congenial, team-oriented professional work environment with skilled support staff.
Location: 20750 Civic Center Drive Suite 400, Southfield, MI 48076-4132
Qualifications
- Prior litigation or paralegal experience, paralegal degree/certificate/certification, medical training, or relevant coursework or legal studies degree is required
- No Fault experience and knowledge of the civil litigation process
- Ability to proactively manage a high volume of discovery and production material preparation with a detail-oriented focus
- Demonstrated legal knowledge in the practice of litigation, specifically discove
- Familiarity with court rules and civil procedures
- Ability to work autonomously while being a member of a cohesive team
- Strong computer skills and experience working in an electronic/digital environment including
- Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat
- Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work opportunity.