Case Manager (Paralegal)

Job Description

Summary

As a BLP Case Manager, you will oversee the life cycle of Full-Service lawsuits. You are responsible for reviewing and drafting the initial response to a lawsuit, including filing the answer. Additionally, you will oversee all post-filing litigation work, including communication with Opposing Counsels, Courts, and Attorneys. You will work with the attorneys on settlement reviews and approval between all involved parties. Also, you are responsible for coordinating any hearings or other court appearances with the BLP Network attorney and an Appearance Attorney. Additionally, you will facilitate the review, sign-off, and completion of any case-related settlement documents. Attention to detail and ownership of your cases will be imperative to your success. Critical thinking, reasoning, analyzing, and research skills are all a must in this role.Responsibilities

Critically review legal documents, including Summons & Complaints, Appearance forms, Discovery, and Settlement Agreements

Prepare legal documents in accordance with company, local, and state guidelines.

File documents, adhering to court-specific rules using efiling, email, or mailing methods.

Update CRM software with all relevant case information.

Oversee significant caseload volume to ensure all deadlines are met.

Maintain all case updates, communications, and oversight.

Complete case follow-up tasks timely and accurately

Communicate in a professional and pleasant manner to maintain positive relationships across all partnerships.

Assist with settlement approvals and ensure all communications are sent to the appropriate parties.

Coordinate preparations for hearings or other court appearances between the BLP Network attorney and an Appearance Attorney

Timely and effective follow-through on all matters regarding assigned cases

QualificationsRequired

Legal case management experience

Paralegal certification, similar legal services degree, or 3+ years of paralegal experience

Proactive in finding solutions while also using discernment when a supervisor needs looped-in

Pattern of meeting or exceeding minimum productivity requirements

Experience drafting and reviewing legal documents

Demonstrates ownership of work and maintains excellent quality standards

Ability to communicate both verbally and in written format at a high level

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Above average skills in Microsoft Word and Outlook and general knowledge of Microsoft Windows and ExcelPreferred

Experience E-filing in multiple jurisdictions

Minimum of 5 Years of experience in legal case management, with experience working cases through the complete case file

Familiarity with navigating court websites and court records searches

Comfortable with ambiguity and evolving practices

Familiarity with reading court documents and drafting documents for court submissions

Work with a high volume of documents daily and maintain digital organization

Ability to work independently as well as with a team and multi-task on time-sensitive projects

Familiarity with case management software and navigating multiple screens

Effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations to attorneys, courts, and other employees of the organization.

This Role Might Be for You If…

You are ACCOUNTABLE for your own cases and need minimal supervision.

You display TEAMWORK in doing what it takes to get the job done.

You are ADAPTABLE to the ever-changing work environment.

You are DRIVEN to provide the best experience for our clients.

You bring a positive ATTITUDE to work every day.

You truly CARE about the clients you serve.

Full Time; Non Exempt role

Schedule: Monday through Friday - 9:00am - 5:30pm EST

Pay: Weekly Pay;

Hourly pay rate - $20.00 per hour ($21.00 per hour if Spanish Bi-lingual - read, write, speak)

We offer medical and dental benefits, paid holidays, paid time off and 401K.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Full-time