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About the Role

James F. Butler & Associates, insurance staff counsel for State Farm Insurance Companies, is seeking a Paralegal to join the Jericho, NY Claim Litigation office. This role supports attorneys with drafting, serving, and responding to discovery, pleadings and pre-trial motions, as well as trial preparation for first and third party insurance defense/bodily injury cases. The office offers a collaborative environment with experienced peer mentors, no billable hours, and opportunities for career development. This role will interact with clients, experts, and witnesses throughout the litigation process.

Responsibilities

Assist attorneys in discovery and pre-trial matters under attorney supervision
Assist attorneys in handling assigned case files and delivering other legal services under attorney supervision
Prepare cases for court appearances, depositions, and trial including contacting experts and clients
Draft motions, pleadings, litigation reports and medical summaries

Requirements

1-7 years of recent civil litigation experience, preferably in an insurance defense or bodily injury environment
Background in drafting discovery responses and trial preparation
Ability to draft pleadings, routine motions, legal memoranda, litigation reports and medical summaries
Familiarity with New York Civil Court Rules and Procedures
Knowledge of medical terminology and records
Eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately

Skills

Strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently
Prioritize workload
Multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Communicate effectively
Strong written communication skills
Attention to detail
Legal research

Location

Jericho, New York

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

1-7 years

Education Level

Paralegal degree/certificate/certification
Medical training
Relevant coursework
Legal studies degree

Salary/Compensations

$70,525 - $89,637.50
Potential yearly incentive pay up to 15% of base salary

Benefits

Annual raise and bonus
Robust health and wellbeing programs
State Farm pays most of healthcare premium
Multiple healthcare plan options
100% coverage for in-network preventative care
Vision, dental, telemedicine, 24/7 mental health professionals
Educational benefits like industry leading training programs
Tuition assistance programs
Employee resource groups
Mentoring
Fertility/IVF/adoption assistance
College coaching
National discount programs
Interactive monthly financial workshops
Free financial coaching
State Farm Federal Credit Union
Generous time off policies
Up to 20 days annually
Parental leave
Paid holidays
Celebration day
Life leave (40 hours/year)
Bereavement leave
Community service/education support days
Matching Gift Program
Good Neighbor Grant Program
Employee Assistance Fund
Free financial advisors
401(k) plan with company contributions up to 7% of salary

About the Company

Being good neighbors – helping people, investing in our communities, and making the world a better place – is who we are at State Farm.
We're moving with urgency to become a Next Gen Good Neighbor, with technology that strengthens human connections and enhances the customer experience.
As an employee, you'll spend less time navigating systems and more time applying judgment, empathy, and expertise in the moments that matter most.