Paralegal
Location: Warwick Rhode Island
Description: MetLife is presently looking of Paralegal right now, this position will be placed in Rhode Island. Further informations about this position opportunity kindly read the description below. Job Location
Warwick, RI
Job Description
Job Summary: The Legal Assistant position provides technical and paraprofessional legal support to the MetLife Auto & Home Law Department.
Job Requirements
Principal Responsibilities: Perform legal research, including on-line searches, pursuant to specific direction and/or instruction by an attorney. Analyze statutes, cases and regulations and summarize information for attorneys.
Other duties may include:
Perform factual research (e.g. excerpting information from files, compiling data, on-line searches, etc.). An! alyze findings and prepare summaries.
Respond to requests ! for information by external examiners, business clients, government agencies and regulatory authorities.
Prepare various corporate documents and assist with Insurance Department filings.
Assist attorneys with policy complaints, compliance inquiries, litigation/settlement matters, project management and reporting.
Assist in responding to tax levies, garnishments, proxies, court orders and subpoenas regarding agents and policyholders.
Update and maintain various Law Department portals and databases.
Gather and organize information into various reports and databases as directed.
Other legal assistant tasks/projects as may be determined by the needs of the Law Department.
Experience Required
College Degree or Legal Assistant Certificate preferred
Paralegal/legal secretarial work experience preferred
Experience with a law firm or in the insurance or financial services field is desirable
Highly collaborative partner with the a! bility to work as a team player and mutually support, and work effectively with, individuals at all levels of an organization
Demonstrated ability to discreetly handle sensitive and confidential information
Proficiency in using computers, including Lexis/Nexis, Westlaw, NILS, Word, Excel and Power Point
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including an ability to draft well-written correspondence
Strong organizational, research and analytical skills
Demonstrated ability to successfully handle multiple projects and prioritize assignments within specified time frames
Must be detail oriented, well organized and have excellent time management skills
Some overtime will be required.
Education Required
Bachelors Degree Preferred
Business Category
Legal Affairs
Job Category
Legal
Number of Openings
1
Equal Employment Opportunity
MetLife is proud to be an equal opportun! ity/affirmative action employer. We are committed to attracting, retain! ing and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce.
How To Apply
For immediate consideration, click on the Apply Now button below. You will be directed to complete an on-line profile which may take 15 â€" 20 minutes to complete. Upon completion, you will receive an automated confirmation email verifying you have successfully applied to the job.
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If you were eligible to this position, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to MetLife.
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This position starts available on: Wed, 27 Nov 2013 12:30:45 GMT