Paralegal, School Law

Mercury Insurance Services, Sacramento, California, US

About the Role

Launch your legal career with meaningful, hands-on experience at Mercury Insurance. As a

Law Clerk

, you’ll work closely with experienced trial attorneys supporting complex injury cases and developing the practical skills law school can’t teach on its own. Drafting pleadings and discovery documents Conducting legal research and assisting with motion work Reviewing and summarizing medical records and case materials Preparing case files and supporting attorneys throughout the litigation process You’ll gain direct exposure to how cases are built and managed from start to finish, while sharpening your writing, analytical, and research skills in a collaborative, professional environment. This is an excellent opportunity for law students looking to

build a strong foundation in litigation and insurance defense

while working alongside a supportive and experienced legal team. Summarize discovery responses and medical records. Legal research and preparation of motions and oppositions to motions. Preparation of trial documents including motions in limine and providing trial support. Assist the insured in small claims cases by investigating the facts in order to prepare trial briefs, prepare the insured for trial, attend trial and defend the company when listed as a named party to the action. Completion of the 2nd year of law school. Completion of the 2nd year of law school. Preferred: 3rd year law student and/or law school graduate pending bar results. Effective communication, persuasion, writing and analytical skills. Must meet established company standards regarding personal driving history and current license status to be eligible for position. Requires automobile travel, up to 20% of work time. Must reside in the geographic region where office is located. Preferred: Exceptional communication, persuasion, writing and analytical skills. Completion of torts, evidence, civil procedure, remedies, and trial advocacy preferred. Must meet established company standards regarding personal driving history and current license status to be eligible for position. Requires automobile travel, up to 20% of work time. Must reside in the geographic region where office is located. At Mercury, we have been guided by our purpose to help people reduce risk and overcome unexpected events for more than 60 years. We are one team with a common goal to help others. Everyone needs insurance and we can’t imagine a world without it. We believe in having diverse perspectives where everyone is included, to serve customers from all walks of life. We care about our people, and we mean it. We reward our talented professionals with a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a variety of benefits to help our team members reach their health, retirement, and professional goals. 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 ~ Professional and personal development opportunities ~ Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and more

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Mercury is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application and/or employment consideration process.

Responsibilities

  • Draft pleadings and discovery documents
  • Legal research and motions preparation
  • Trial support and document preparation

Qualifications

  • 2nd year law school completion
  • Preferred: 3rd year or graduate pending bar results
  • Effective communication and writing skills

Benefits

Competitive salary
Benefits and 401(k)

Required Skills

Legal research Pleadings Discovery Trial preparation Writing

Keywords

law litigation paralegal insurance defense trial support

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Job Overview

Date Posted 7 days ago
Location Sacramento, California, US
Job Type Full-time
Work Mode Remote
Category Law legal, Healthcare regulatory compliance, Paralegal support, Legal research

About the Company

Mercury Insurance Services,