Paralegal

Mercury Insurance

. Assist house counsel with pre-trial tasks .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $71,514 - $87,406 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in drafting legal documents, conducting legal research, and managing case files in a paperless environment. Proficient in communication with clients and legal professionals, ensuring timely and accurate responses in insurance defense and civil litigation.

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Paralegal CertificateInsurance Defense ExperienceLegal Document DraftingCase Management SoftwareWritten Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchDocument PreparationDiscovery ResponsesPleadingsMotionsTrial PreparationStatutory AnalysisFact InvestigationLegal TerminologyCase Law Analysis

Soft Skills

Effective CorrespondenceTime ManagementPrioritizationAttention to DetailVerbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

Case Management SystemsWord Processing Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Paralegal CertificateContinuing Education Completion

Industry Keywords

Insurance DefenseCivil LitigationLegal ProceduresDiscoveryClaims Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist house counsel with pre-trial tasks
Draft responses, motions, briefs, pleadings, appeals, letters, and other legal documents
Search, assemble, summarize, and evaluate information for discovery responses and claim cases
Correspond with clients, attorneys, claims personnel, insureds, and other parties regarding case status and legal procedures
Obtain extensions and ensure objections and responses are timely and proper
Prepare, assemble, and format court documents, discovery, pleadings, affidavits, and trial materials
File pleadings and maintain digital case files in case management systems
Prepare administrative reports, discovery summaries, medical record summaries, and pre- and post-trial reports
Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including exhibits, trial books, motions in limine, expert witness lists, and statements of the case
Research and analyze statutes, judicial decisions, legal articles, depositions, legal codes, case law, vehicle valuation, medical treatment, aerial maps, and policy language
Investigate facts and causes of action to support case preparation
Assist insureds in Small Claims cases by preparing trial briefs, preparing insureds for trial, attending trials, and defending the company when named as a party
Complete special legal assignments and prioritize and reprioritize tasks for timely completion
Complete continuing professional education as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Certificate of completion of a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association; or qualifying postsecondary paralegal program/degree with at least 24 semester units in law-related courses; or BA/advanced degree plus one year of qualifying law-related experience and attorney declaration; or high school diploma/GED plus three years of qualifying law-related experience and attorney declaration
Minimum 0–2 years insurance defense paralegal experience and/or equivalent insurance defense litigation experience
General knowledge of legal principles, terminology, and procedures
Written communication skills for drafting legal documents supporting and responding to discovery, depositions, and motions
Ability to work in a paperless environment
Ability to correspond effectively with clients, attorneys, and other involved parties
Knowledge and proficiency in word processing and case management software
Completion of 4 hours of continuing education or required hours under State rules
Preferred: Degree in paralegal studies and/or Paralegal Certificate with 1+ insurance defense or civil litigation experience
Preferred: 1–2+ years paralegal experience in civil litigation/insurance defense
Preferred: Excellent written and verbal communication and grammatical skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positions
Paid time off (vacation time, sick time, 9 paid Company holidays, volunteer hours)
Incentive bonus programs (potential for holiday bonus, referral bonus, and performance-based bonus)
Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance
401 (k) retirement savings plan with company match
Engaging work environment
Promotional opportunities
Education assistance
Professional and personal development opportunities
Company recognition program
Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and more