Litigation Paralegal

At GMKE, we know that great talent is the key to achieving the best outcomes for our clients and customers. For the last 15 years, our talented attorneys have built a distinguished reputation as unyielding advocates to insureds facing litigation and trusted partners to insurance companies seeking to responsibly manage liabilities.

We’ve done this by putting our mission at the center of everything we do, living our values, and taking a real approach to every case – resulting in consistently excellent outcomes in the courtroom.

Who We Are

Groth, Makarenko, Kaiser & Eidex is a premier civil defense firm in the Southeast building the future of insurance defense to ensure the best outcome for every carrier and every insured, in every case.

Our values – diligence, honorable competition, accountability, service, and collaboration – shape the way we approach each case and every relationship, acting as our guiding light in all that we do. GMKE is more than just a firm; it’s a community of diverse, growth-minded people, each drawn to our dynamic environment and mission, as we expand our reach throughout the Southeast.

Your Future At GMKE

At GMKE, we're dedicated to building careers that are as fulfilling as they are impactful. Discover what you’ll find at a firm with a progressive approach to fostering truly rewarding professional experiences.

• Growth: With an ambitious mission, inertia is impossible—you’ll never be left behind as the firm moves forward. Whether you’re new to this area of law or a seasoned veteran, you’ll have ongoing opportunities to take on new tasks, responsibilities, and roles.
• Mentorship & Support: Our partners' doors have been open since day one, and that’s still true today. Our partners, most experienced attorneys, and talented staff members genuinely enjoy sharing their knowledge and shaping the next generation of legal professionals.
• Keeping Work & Life Balanced: With PTO policies designed for your unique position, a variety of paid holidays, one work-from-home day each week, abbreviated workweeks, and realistic, achievable goals, work and life can harmonize seamlessly.
• Empowerment: At GMKE, everyone has true ownership over their work and the freedom to approach it in a way that makes sense to them. Diving right into your role isn’t just encouraged—it’s essential. That means you'll be on an accelerated growth path from Day 1.
• Journey of Learning: We continue to increase our investment in training, education, and resources to support your growth. We believe that learning is a lifelong journey, and we’re committed to providing the tools you need to thrive at every stage of your career.
• Culture & Community: Friendliness, reciprocity, appreciation, great relationships, and good times are pillars of our culture. Joining us means joining a true community, where interactions are always warm and collaboration is encouraged. You're invited to regular events designed for fun and fellowship with your colleagues.

About The Role

In this role, you will provide vital support to 2 attorneys by managing case files, drafting documents, coordinating schedules, and more, helping attorneys stay organized and prepared, ensuring that no detail goes unnoticed.

Responsibilities

• Analyze new case files to gain a thorough understanding of case details and statuses, determine documents required for drafting, and identify upcoming events and their accompanying deadlines
• Cross-check dockets to review all filings in a case, verifying the presence of complaints, discovery, or other documents that may need to be addressed, and determine what additional documents should be drafted
• Draft and merge pleadings, discovery requests and responses, certificates of service, and related documents
• Review merged documents for accuracy, ensuring all critical information is correct, including date of loss, claim numbers, adjuster details, and the proper identification of plaintiffs and defendants
• Prepare and send confirmation letters to adjusters and clients to acknowledge receipt of the case and provide information on the assigned case handler(s)
• Continuously and frequently review claim files to identify medical records or non-party requests needed for the case and collaborate with Medical Records Paralegals to obtain those records
• Diligently monitor all case deadlines to ensure completion of required tasks and timely submissions
• Summarize discovery responses and perform a secondary review to identify any additional non-party requests that should be obtained
• Schedule depositions and mediations by coordinating with multiple parties, including opposing counsel, clients, adjusters, and court reporters, ensuring all necessary individuals are informed and available
• Continuously monitor trial calendars to confirm if cases have been added, enabling attorneys to begin timely trial preparation
• Prepare and send client letters regularly to communicate key case milestones, such as the filing of an answer or other significant developments
• File documents on behalf of attorneys into the court docket via PeachCourt and Odyssey, ensuring all details, such as dates and signatures, are accurate
• Close case files by following up with plaintiffs’ attorneys to obtain necessary documents, and drafting and sending settlement letters to adjusters, confirming cases have been resolved

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• ~1 - 2 years of experience as a paralegal within a litigation or insurance defense adjacent firm, legal assistant or case manager within a litigation firm, auto insurance claims representative, or similar role(s)
• Working knowledge of litigation terminology and procedures
• Meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills
• Impeccable time management and prioritization skills
• Strong ability to identify gaps and actual or potential issues
• Excellent communication and professionalism
• Ability to fluently move between systems and master new technology
• Ability to manage a variety of tasks concurrently

Diversity At GMKE

GMKE is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, fully complying with state, federal, and local laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. We strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the communities and clients we serve, recognizing that varied perspectives and experiences enhance both our workplace and our approach to client needs.