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As a Fortune 50 company, we hire the best employees to serve our customers, making us a leader in the insurance and financial services industry. In 2024, the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity named State Farm a Top Performer and Compass Award Winner. Additionally, Fortune named State Farm one of the World’s Most Admired Companies.
Our mission is to provide high quality legal services in a cost-effective manner and to act as strategic thinking partners for our clients and customers. To succeed, we need self-starters who are agile, creative, collaborative, strategic, passionate, and communicative.
Nicholas J. Ryan & Associates, in-house insurance staff counsel for State Farm Insurance Companies, is seeking a Paralegal to join the Fort Lauderdale Claim Litigation office. This role involves supporting attorneys with drafting, serving, and responding to discovery, as well as trial preparation. The office offers a collaborative environment with experienced peer mentors, and there are no billable hours. This position provides diverse work and career development opportunities, interacting with clients, experts, and witnesses throughout litigation. It is a hybrid role, requiring hours in the office and virtually, with the possibility of schedule adjustments over time. Hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm.
Location: 110 S. E. 6th Street, 110 Tower, Suite 2100, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* Assist attorneys in discovery and pre-trial matters under supervision
* Handle assigned case files and deliver legal services under supervision
* Prepare cases for court appearances and trial, including contacting experts and clients
* Draft motions and pleadings
Qualifications
Previous experience:
* 5+ years of recent civil litigation experience, preferably insurance defense, medical malpractice, or personal injury
* Prior paralegal experience in litigation
* Experience with discovery responses, trial prep, and drafting motions/pleadings
* Familiarity with Florida court rules and procedures
Key Skills Required:
* Strong organizational skills, ability to work independently, prioritize, multitask, and communicate effectively
* Excellent written communication and attention to detail
Technology/Software Experience:
* Proficiency with relevant software and technical skills
* Experience with Evermap and/or Adobe Bookmarking
* Knowledge of Case Management and Document Storage systems
Education and Certifications:
* Paralegal degree/certificate or relevant legal coursework; litigation or paralegal experience preferred
Additional Details
* Must be eligible to work lawfully in the U.S. immediately; sponsorship not available
Benefits
We prioritize work-life balance with a standard 38.45-hour work week, offering a potential starting salary of $53,901.25 - $82,000, commensurate with experience, plus annual incentives up to 15%. Our benefits include health coverage, educational programs, financial planning, paid time off, retirement plans, and more. Visit our State Farm Careers page for additional information on benefits, locations, and hiring processes.
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