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Overview

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. is seeking a full time experienced Litigation Paralegal for its growing in-house Staff Counsel office Jersey City, NJ. This position will support a team of attorneys handling general liability cases in New Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and responding to discovery,
• Review and summarizing of medical records and deposition transcripts.
• Assist with drafting of motions and pleadings.
• Trial preparation including trial exhibits, charts, trial notebook, jury instructions, verdict forms, trial subpoenas, etc.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certification and/or degree from accredited college or university
• Candidates must have five plus years of experience working on New Jersey cases in the civil litigation practice, preferably involving general liability cases.
• Exceptional litigation skills and excellent working knowledge of legal documents.
• Working knowledge and experience complying with New Jersey rules and laws applicable to the civil litigation practice.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with attorneys, staff, and clients.
• Candidate should be able to work under pressure, remain flexible, be proactive, resourceful, and efficient.
• Candidate should 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.

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.