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Join to apply for the Paralegal / Legal Assistant (Trial Division) role at Nationwide 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants If you're passionate about being part of a diverse organization that enables a Fortune 100 company to deliver innovative business solutions with excellence, then Nationwide's Legal team could be the place for you! At Nationwide, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care. Insurance Defense Litigation Experience (filing documents, drafting, reviewing discovery responses, hiring experts, etc.) needed. No Billable Hours. This is a hybrid work from home/office opportunity in Seattle. Job Description Summary Would you thrive in an environment where you can deliver top-quality legal services to support the mission of a Fortune 100 insurance company to protect people, businesses, and futures with extraordinary care? If you enjoy having a diverse workload, are adaptable, technologically skilled, possess strong collaboration skills and bring a team-oriented approach needed for success in a civil litigation environment, our team may be the place for you! Nationwide Trial Division (NTD) is a national team with approximately 40 offices through four regions across the United States. Our Senior Paralegals require low to moderate guidance and oversight, have a strong working knowledge of property and casualty insurance defense and/or subrogation law, as well as strong knowledge in legal concepts, terminology, and processes. As a Senior Paralegal, you will provide pre-trial and trial support to a team of legal professionals representing clients under both commercial and personal lines insurance policies. You will support highly productive legal teams with a case volume that reflects our collective commitment to strategic and proactive file handling, innovative thinking, effective collaboration, embracing technology, and a highly organized approach to case management. Job Responsibilities Provides direct pre-trial and trial support generally for litigated matters with varied complexity. Assists in the drafting, review, filing, and service of pleadings, motions, and complex motions such as motions in limine and dispositive motions, discovery, and subpoenas. Reviews and drafts documents for document production requests. Analyzes and drafts responses to incoming discovery. Reviews and summarizes medical records. Conducts legal research and writing assignments, including medical chronologies and deposition summaries. Supports attorneys in case progression and trial preparation. Attends case-related events and provides trial support, including technology support. Coordinates workflow, maintains filing systems, and supports litigation strategy. Manages scheduling of depositions, hearings, and meetings; communicates with clients and witnesses. Provides administrative support, including retrieving information from document management systems, assembling exhibits, and maintaining court procedures awareness. Reviews court dockets and updates case information. Maintains confidentiality respecting attorney-client privileges, trial strategies, and client information. Performs legal assistant duties and administrative tasks as needed. Additional Information Reports to Managing Trial Attorney. Requires five years of insurance litigation experience, certification in paralegal studies preferred, and strong knowledge of legal procedures and software. Must demonstrate excellent communication, organization, and research skills. Hybrid work schedule with potential travel and overtime. Valid background and credit checks are required. Benefits include health coverage, paid time off, 401(k), pension, and more. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nationwide

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