Litigation Paralegal - Duluth - Groth, Makarenko, Kaiser and Eidex

Description

At GMKE, we know that great talent is the key to achieving the best outcomes for our clients and customers. For the last 18 years, our talented attorneys have built a distinguished reputation as unyielding advocates to insureds facing litigation and trusted partners to insurance companies seeking to responsibly manage liabilities.

We've done this by putting our mission at the center of everything we do, living our values, and taking a real approach to every case – resulting in consistently excellent outcomes in the courtroom.

Who We Are

Groth, Makarenko, Kaiser and Eidex is a premier civil defense firm in the Southeast building the future of insurance defense to ensure the best outcome for every carrier and every insured, in every case.

Our values – sincerely diligent, honorably competitive, accountable, client serving, and united in collaboration – shape the way we approach each case and every relationship, acting as our guiding light in all that we do. GMKE is more than just a firm; it's a community of diverse, growth-minded people, each drawn to our dynamic environment and mission, as we expand our reach throughout the Southeast.

About The Role

GMKE is seeking a detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal with 1-2 years of experience in insurance defense litigation to support attorneys in managing cases from file opening through resolution. The ideal candidate it highly organized, deadline driven, and comfortable handling a high-volume caseload while working closely with attorneys, clients, and insurance adjusters.

Responsibilities

• Analyze new case files to gain a thorough understanding of case details and statuses, determine documents required for drafting, and identify upcoming events and their accompanying deadlines
• Draft and merge pleadings, discovery, motions, notices, and other court filings
• Electronically file documents in State, Superior, and Magistrate courts
• Review claim files frequently to identify non-party requests needed for cases and collaborate with Medical Records Paralegals to obtain them
• Monitor case deadlines to ensure timely completion of required tasks and filings
• Summarize discovery responses and identify any additional non-party requests that should be obtained
• Coordinate and schedule depositions and mediations with multiple parties, including opposing counsels, clients, adjusters, and court reporters
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation including preparing trial binders, coordinating witness and expert appearances and preparing subpoenas and any other trial materials
• Close case files by preparing necessary settlement documents, obtaining executed releases and dismissals and notify claims and insured of file closure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• 1 - 2+ years of experience as a paralegal
• Working knowledge of litigation terminology and procedures
• Knowledge of court filing procedures
• Meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills
• Impeccable time management and prioritization skills
• Excellent communication and professionalism
• Ability to fluently move between systems and new technology

Diversity At GMKE

GMKE is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, fully complying with state, federal, and local laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. We strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the communities and clients we serve, recognizing that varied perspectives and experiences enhance both our workplace and our approach to client needs.