Remote Paralegal (Legal Billing & Litigation Support)
Reports to: Litigation Counsel
Job Type: Independent Contractor
Industry: P&C Insurance
Schedule: up to 20 hours per week - could increase as needed
Location: Full Remote
Flexibility: While work must be performed during standard business hours (Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM, PST), you have the flexibility on which days and specific blocks of time you choose to fulfill your 20 hours.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented paralegal that can ensure fiscal accuracy and guideline compliance by reviewing legal invoices from outside defense counsel. You will serve as a key gatekeeper for the company’s billing standards, ensuring all charges align with our established protocols.
Beyond billing review, you will provide critical litigation support to our team on an as-needed basis.
Key Responsibilities
Invoice Audit: Review outside counsel invoices for strict compliance with company’s billing guidelines.
Litigation Support: Prepare medical chronologies and summaries.
Cost Analysis: Review medical bills for reasonableness and necessity.
Research: Conduct legal research and other administrative legal tasks as assigned by the Litigation Counsel.
Requirements
Experience: Minimum of 3+ years of active experience practicing and billing as a paralegal.
Skill Set: Prior experience reviewing legal invoices is highly preferred but not mandatory.
Attention to Detail: An eye for billing discrepancies and adherence to corporate protocols.
Technical Savvy: Comfortable working in a fully remote environment using standard legal software and communication tools.