Subrogation Paralegal
Cozen O Connor, Denver, CO, United States
The Denver office of Cozen O'Connor is currently searching for an experienced paralegal with a minimum of 3 years of experience working in a busy plaintiff-oriented practice to support the attorneys in our 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 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
- 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, electronic bates labeling, organization of documents and compiling information for discovery responses/pleadings/motions.
- Assist with all aspects of a case from discovery to trial to include, preparing initial Rule 26 disclosures, responding to discovery requests, assisting with deposition set-up and preparation, and assisting with trial preparation
- Coordinate loss scene examinations, destructive testing and depositions
- Review business records and prepare chronologies
- Preparing FOIA requests
- Conduct research on LEXIS, Westlaw and other online computer assisted research databases.
- Witness investigation
- E-filing in both state and federal court
- Travel to loss sites and out-of-state trials
A four-year college degree and/or paralegal certificate is required.
The salary range for this role is $75,000 - $100,000 and represents the Firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications and location.
Cozen O'Connor is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled 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 difference within the firm, 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.