Paralegal – Insurance Defense

About the role

Join Degan, Blanchard & Nash, a firm specializing in insurance defense. We are seeking a detail‑oriented Paralegal with at least three years of experience to support our attorneys and deliver top‑tier legal representation.

Key responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in preparing and organizing pleadings, motions, discovery responses and correspondence.
• Conduct legal research and gather case‑related information.
• Coordinate and manage case files, ensuring documentation is current and accessible.
• Draft and proofread legal documents and correspondence.
• Prepare for depositions, hearings, trials and client meetings.
• Communicate with clients, witnesses, experts and other parties.
• Manage attorney calendars, scheduling depositions, hearings and meetings.
• File legal documents with the court and ensure compliance with court rules.
• Assist in preparing trial exhibits and other materials.
• Maintain a minimum of 120 billable hours per month.

Required profile

• Minimum three years of paralegal experience, preferably in insurance defense or civil litigation.
• Paralegal certificate from an accredited institution or equivalent work experience.
• Strong organizational, time‑management and communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented with high accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Westlaw or LexisNexis.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Document management software.

What we offer

• Life insurance coverage of $50,000 at no cost.
• Long‑term disability insurance at no cost.
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary annual match.
• Health Savings Account with firm contribution.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
• Generous PTO and flexible work schedules.
• Additional supplemental insurances.