Sr. Paralegal - Workers Comp
Company: Nationwide
Location: Newport Beach
Posted on: May 18, 2024
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Job Description:
If you're passionate about being part of a diverse organization
that enables a Fortune 100 company to deliver innovative business
solutions with excellence, then Nationwide's Legal team could be
the place for you! At Nationwide -, "on your side" goes beyond just
words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and
we're looking for associates who are passionate about delivering
extraordinary care.
The preferred candidate will have extensive experience in Workers
Compensation. This position will be a hybrid work opporutnity with
possibility of full remote depending upon location.
Job Description Summary
Would you thrive in an environment where you can deliver
top-quality legal services to support the mission of a Fortune 100
insurance company to protect people, businesses and futures with
extraordinary care? If you enjoy having a diverse workload, are
adaptable, technologically skilled, possess strong collaboration
skills and bring a team-oriented approach needed for success in a
civil litigation environment, our team may be the place for
you!
Nationwide Trial Division (NTD) is a national team with
approximately 40 offices through six regions across the United
States. Our Senior Paralegals have experience in a law firm
setting, require moderate to low guidance and oversight, have a
working knowledge of property and casualty insurance defense and/or
subrogation law, as well as extensive knowledge in legal concepts,
terminology and processes. As a Senior Paralegal, you'll provide
pre-trial and trial support to a team of legal professionals
representing clients under both commercial and personal lines
insurance policies. You'll support legal teams with a highly
productive case volume that reflects our collective commitment to
innovative thinking, effective collaboration, embracing technology,
and a highly organized approach to case management.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
May performs other responsibilities as assigned.
Reporting Relationships: Reports to Managing Attorney
Typical Skills and Experiences:
Education: Undergraduate studies in business administration,
insurance or other related area preferred.
License/Certification/Designation: Certification in paralegal
studies strongly preferred; or developed paralegal experience.
Experience: Typically, five years of experience as a paralegal with
proven experience. Experience as a civil litigation paralegal or a
combination of requisite experience and education will also be
considered for the role.
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Has general knowledge of law
office operations, practices and procedures. . Experience in filing
and scheduling procedures of the various courts, as well as how to
use federal and state e-filing and e-Court systems. Experience with
Microsoft Office Suite, case management databases, such as Legal
Files is preferred. Understanding of insurance practice civil
defense in state courts and agencies and understanding of both
personal and commercial lines policies is preferred. Strong verbal
and written communication skills for interaction with attorneys,
paralegals, court personnel, clients and claims' staff. Strong
organizational skills, detail oriented, focused, technologically
savvy, adaptable to learning new systems and processes, and can
prioritize and multitask. Exercises independent initiative and
judgment in daily tasks. Ability to design and maintain filing and
follow-up systems. Ability to acquire skills and/or knowledge
necessary to research information and determine the applicability
of legal action. Must also acknowledge and comply with all
corporate and NTD policies and procedures. Complies with the
private practice of law policy and the ethical rules of the state
where the position is located.
Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and
experiences may take precedence.
Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring
manager's leader and Human Resources Business Partner.
Values: Regularly and consistently demonstrates the Nationwide
values.
Job Conditions:
Overtime Eligibility: Eligible (nonexempt)
Working Conditions: Professional law office environment, business
casual dress, with some work from home possible. Occasional travel.
Occasional overtime.
ADA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to be
principal and essential functions of this job. Specific
circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job
to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.
Credit/Background Check: Due to the fiduciary account abilities of
this job, a valid credit check and/or background which will be
required as part of the selection process.
Benefits
We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including:
medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short and long term
disability coverage, paid time off with newly hired associates
receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar
year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8
hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time
off, 401(k) with company match, company-paid pension plan, business
casual attire, and more. To learn more about the benefits we offer,
click here.
Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity
and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone
feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide
prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal
employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard
to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable
law.
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Nationwide pays on a geographic-specific salary structure and
placement within the actual starting salary range for this position
will be determined by a number of factors including the skills,
education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate;
the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost
of labor in the market; and other conditions of employment. If a
Sales job, Sales Incentives, based on performance goals are
possible in addition to this range.
The national salary range for Sr Paralegal - Trial Division :
$54,000.00-$111,500.00
The expected starting salary range for Sr Paralegal - Trial
Division : $60,000.00 - $90,000.00
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