State Farm - Houston, TX

posted 6 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Houston, TX
11-50 employees
Insurance Carriers and Related Activities

About the position

State Farm is seeking a dedicated Paralegal to join the team at Linda M. Villarreal & Associates, staff counsel for State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, in Houston, Texas. This position is not just a job; it is a meaningful career opportunity within a Fortune 50 company that values diversity and inclusion. As a leader in the insurance and financial services industry, State Farm is committed to hiring the best employees to serve its customers. The company fosters a Good Neighbor culture that emphasizes engagement and the strengths of all associates. The Paralegal will play a crucial role in supporting attorneys by conducting client discovery meetings, drafting written discovery objections and responses, and preparing reports and medical summaries/chronologies. This position requires a detail-oriented individual who can adapt to a fast-paced electronic environment, prioritize workload effectively, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. The role is classified as hybrid, meaning that the employee will be required to work both in the office and virtually, with the understanding that work arrangements may change based on business needs. State Farm offers competitive benefits and pay, including the potential for an annual financial award based on individual and enterprise performance. Employees are encouraged to participate in community volunteer events and engage in a culture of learning. The company provides programs for tuition reimbursement, professional designations, employee development, and wellness initiatives, making it an excellent place for career growth and personal development.

Responsibilities

  • Assist Attorneys with conducting client discovery meetings
  • Draft written discovery objections and responses
  • Prepare reports and medical summaries/chronologies
  • Provide trial assistance
  • Manage workload in a fast-paced electronic environment
  • Adapt to changing work arrangements as needed

Requirements

  • Prior Paralegal experience, preferably in an insurance defense firm
  • Experience reviewing medical records and preparing medical chronologies
  • Trial preparation experience
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Working knowledge/experience utilizing the Texas Rules of Civil Procedures
  • Strong software/technical skills including experience working in a case management system
  • Experience working in an electronic/digital environment
  • Eligibility to lawfully work in the U.S.

Nice-to-haves

  • Bilingual skills are preferred but not required

Benefits

  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Professional designations
  • Employee development programs
  • Wellness initiatives
  • Potential for annual financial award based on performance
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