Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is currently seeking a Paralegal to support complex toxic tort matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This position focuses on maintaining accurate case data, reviewing claim-related documents, and helping the legal team manage a large national portfolio efficiently. The ideal candidate is highly organized, comfortable handling detailed administrative and litigation support tasks, and able to work closely with attorneys, paralegals, and outside counsel.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update toxic tort databases by entering large volumes of claim information with accuracy and consistency.

• Review newly received complaints and related materials, then organize and classify claim records for proper tracking.

• Monitor the status of claims from intake through resolution, including settlement processing and file completion checks.

• Communicate with defense counsel, plaintiffs’ counsel, and internal team members to gather information and support case progress.

• Track invoices and billing activity submitted to insurance carriers and help ensure records are current and complete.

• Prepare materials and draft responses for client, insurer, and external audit requests involving claim documentation.

• Verify that each matter contains the required records and supporting documents before further legal or administrative action is taken.

• Assist the broader legal team with day-to-day litigation support related to high-volume toxic tort matters.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• An associate’s or bachelor’s degree, or paralegal certification from an accredited program, is preferred.
• At least two years of hands-on paralegal or legal assistant experience in a law firm environment is required.
• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel is required.
• Familiarity with platforms such as Lotus Notes, ClearSight, OneDrive, or ShareFile is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage repetitive, high-volume data entry work are essential.
• Experience supporting civil litigation matters and working with claim tracking or case management processes is preferred.
• Ability to perform standard office-based tasks, including computer work, document handling, and moving materials up to 10 pounds.