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Liability Associate Paralegal - Las Vegas, NV

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Liability Associate Paralegal – Las Vegas, NV ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS

– Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education, and experience, please submit your application.

This position performs a variety of routine paralegal duties and legal administrative duties for assigned attorneys, many of which are unique to a legal environment and require a working knowledge of legal concepts, terminology, and processes.

Compensation Overview Annual base salary range:

$60,800.00 – $100,300.00 . Salary is determined by scope, complexity, location, skills, education, and experience. Employees are also eligible for performance‑based cash incentive awards.

What Is the Opportunity? Support attorneys in case preparation and file management for standard matters, including preliminary legal research, drafting routine documents, and reviewing relevant documents.

What Will You Do?

Compile and/or draft legal documents for review and use by attorneys

Prepare initial pleadings and filings

Prepare exhibits and other demonstrative evidence

Coordinate requests between multiple parties involved in litigation

Subpoena records

Conduct preliminary legal research as necessary

Assist attorney in trial as needed

Capture time and record billable time in accordance with policies and procedures

Review incoming mail to determine urgency and draft correspondence and email

Act as liaison with experts and witnesses for scheduling/coordinating appearances and depositions, including documentation retrieval

Schedule and coordinate depositions, medical examinations, and other court‑designated hearings; retain court reporters and interpreters if necessary

Maintain attorney calendar and diary; proactively manage upcoming events and deadlines

Enter and maintain information in the case management system, ensuring data integrity

Assist with projects as requested

Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

1 year experience as a paralegal or related work experience; or a Bachelor’s degree; or a Paralegal Certification from an ABA‑Certified program

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and PDF software

Basic knowledge of medical terminology

Advanced writing and grammar skills

Basic research and analytical skills

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Ability to identify urgency and prioritize tasks accordingly

Proficiency in a case management system and other software applications

Ability to learn proprietary software systems

Advanced interpersonal skills to communicate with court personnel, attorneys, clients, witnesses, and vendors

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Paralegal or litigation/claim experience

Insurance‑related experience

Basic knowledge of general law office procedures and local court/jurisdiction rules

Paralegal Certification from an ABA‑Certified program

Additional Information

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Employment Type: Full‑time, Entry level

Salary Range: $60,800.00 – $100,300.00

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