Client Legal Services Paralegal

Overview

Root was founded on the belief that car insurance is broken, and we set out to change it. We’re harnessing the power of technology to revolutionize this archaic, complicated industry. Using machine learning and mobile telematic platforms, we’ve built one of the most innovative insurtech companies in the world.

The Client Legal Services Paralegal will provide litigation support to our Client Legal Services attorneys in Texas to deliver the best possible result in pending litigation. Our ideal candidate will be part of a unique team responsible for providing top quality work including file triaging of referrals, scheduling, reviewing and analyzing files, along with assisting with research, discovery, and the drafting of documents for litigation.

The role will provide assistance in the legal representation of Root Insurance and its insureds for litigated matters involving auto, property, subrogation and general liability files. These cases will be handled from inception through trial resolution.

Salary Range
: $72,000 - $90,000

While Root is a “work where it works best” company, this role must be based in either Dallas or Houston, Texas.

• Manage case files, including document control, docket deadline calendaring, filing and E-Filing
• Managing and scheduling depositions, including coordinating with counsel and witnesses, preparing notices, and arranging court reporters
• Preparing, tracking and managing subpoenas and discovery requests to third parties regarding production of documents
• Assist in onboarding of new suits
• Gather, review, organize and summarize medical records
• Handle mailings and E-Filing documents, including pleadings, motions/briefs, and hearing notices with the TX E-Filing Portals for the local jurisdictions
• Proficiency in trial preparation, document citation checking, and filing in federal and state courts
• Work with vendors to request and obtain records via subpoena/medical authorization; follow up and organize/summarize upon receipt
• Skilled in drafting legal documents such as motions, answers, discovery responses, and pre-trial pleadings
• Review and receipt of e-service mail and US mail
• Ability to calendar litigation deadlines effectively
• Familiarity with litigation management software

• Paralegal certificate or degree in paralegal studies from an accredited program
• Strong knowledge of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure
• Experience with E-Filing
• 3+ years of relevant experience in insurance defense paralegal, plaintiff personal injury, or property/casualty insurance context
• Demonstrated legal research ability using West Law, Lexis Nexis or similar
• Comfortable with new forms of technology, including AI, in the workplace and the ability to adapt quickly to new areas of law
• Property and casualty principles knowledge preferred but not required
• Strong legal writing ability with the skill to translate complex concepts into clear, actionable deliverables
• Ability to build collaborative working relationships
• Adaptable to ambiguity and changes in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication in a matrixed environment
• Professionalism and ethical conduct
• Excellent attention to detail
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and prioritize effectively
• Open-minded problem solver

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