Paralegal II
- Employer
- AmTrust Financial Services
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Salary
- Not Specified
- Closing date
- Nov 21, 2019
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- Category
- Claims, Legal / Compliance
- Job Type
- Not Specified
- Career Level
- Not Specified
Job Details
AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. is seeking a full time experienced Litigation Paralegal for its growing in-house Staff Counsel office New York. This position will support a team of attorneys handling general liability cases in New York.
ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities include but are not limited to preparing and responding to discovery, review and summarizing of medical records, review and summarizing of deposition transcripts, assist with drafting of motions and pleadings. Trial preparation including: trial exhibits, charts, trial notebook, jury instructions, verdict forms, trial subpoenas, etc. The candidate should be able to work under pressure, remain flexible, be proactive, resourceful and efficient. This person must also have the ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects and work independently in a fast-paced environment. High attention to detail and follow-through a must. Requires strong organizational and communication skills. Must be highly proficient in computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite. Candidates must have five plus years of experience working on New York cases in the civil litigation practice, preferably involving general liability cases.
Qualifications- Paralegal certification and/or degree from accredited college or university
- Minimum of 5 years of Litigation Paralegal experience
- Exceptional litigation skills and excellent working knowledge of legal documents
- Working knowledge and experience complying with New York rules and laws applicable to the civil litigation practice
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in order to communicate effectively with attorneys, staff and clients
- Bachelors degree preferred, but not required
- Bilingual in Spanish preferred, but not required
What We Offer
AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.
AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.
AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.
Company
AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. was founded in 1998 to provide property and casualty insurance to small businesses. Through acquisitions and organic growth, AmTrust Financial Services has since grown to become a multinational property and casualty insurer specializing in coverage for small to mid-sized businesses. Our financial stability is based upon a philosophy of niche diversity with a focus on low-hazard risk.
Since its inception, AmTrust has crafted a balanced portfolio of insurance products including:
- Multiline Small Business Insurance
- Warranty and Specialty Risk Insurance
- Specialty Program Business Insurance
In November 2006, the company became publicly traded on the NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol AFSI. With extensive underwriting experience and a prestigious "A" (Excellent) Financial Size "XI" rating from A.M. Best, AmTrust has earned a reputation as an innovative, technology driven provider of insurance products. Our commitment to excellence is the common thread connecting each of our businesses.
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