Corporate Paralegal

DONEGAL INSURANCE GROUP MISSION
The Donegal Insurance Group will build upon its sound heritage of financial strength by excelling as a leading regional provider of quality property and casualty insurance products to business and individual customers. We will achieve this objective by focusing on excellent customer service, fair claims handling, underwriting profitability, and innovative marketing through the independent agency system, while providing a challenging and fulfilling working environment for our employees.

JOB SUMMARY
The Corporate Paralegal supports the Corporate Legal Department and General Counsel by assisting with the day-to-day operations of the legal function, including the intake, review, and coordination of legal matters such as subpoenas, regulatory inquiries, and legal correspondence. The role conducts preliminary issue identification, performs legal and factual research and assists in the preparation of responses and documentation for counsel review.

In addition, the Corporate Paralegal supports the Corporate Secretary in maintaining corporate governance records and assists with document retention, compliance, and reporting activities. This position collaborates with internal stakeholders and external counsel to facilitate the timely and accurate handling of corporate matters, while ensuring consistency and quality across all documents and communications. The role also provides general legal and administrative support to the Corporate Legal Department as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Intake and preliminary review of Corporate Legal Department mail
• As part of intake and preliminary review requirements, conduct preliminary issue identification for appropriate research, review, and follow up
• Intake and review of subpoenas served on the company, collect responsive documents, research issues, and draft responses for General or Corporate Counsel's review and approval
• Assist with the maintenance of corporate books, governance records, and executive materials consistent with state and regulatory requirements
• Prepare and organize legal correspondence, summaries, and reports for executives and external partners
• Intake and preliminary review of governmental inquiries, including insurance department complaints
• Obtain and maintain a Notary Public commission (if not already held) to support business-related notarizations as needed
• Monitor and update ImageRight document retention systems
• Prepare reports of Corporate Legal Department matters as requested by General Counsel
• Conduct legal and factual research and due diligence to support contract negotiations, compliance assessments, and business transactions, as assigned by General Counsel
• Ensure document accuracy, consistency, and formatting across all legal communications and agreements
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external counsel to facilitate information exchange and timely completion of legal matters

• Provide support to and coordinate with records custodians for corporate record retention program
• Draft correspondence, pleadings, contract documents, etc.
• Comply with policies and directives outlined in the company handbook
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws

• Experience supporting executive-level counsel or leadership
• Strong work-ethic, be a self-starter, and display the ability to work with various levels of personnel, including senior management
• Extremely organized with a strong sense of priority, urgency, and commitment to deadlines
• Exceptional writing skills
• Current Notary Public commission, or ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a Notary Public commission within a reasonable timeframe
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects
• Ability to work independently, while functioning well in a team environment
• Ability to understand general business operations, issues, and dynamics beyond the scope of basic legal issues
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in an environment where coordination and teamwork with legal and business associates is a priority
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and contract management tools
• Superior communication skills, both verbal and written
• Superior legal research skills and attention to detail
• Ability to learn and become proficient in use of internal electronic file databases, including but not limited to, ImageRight and Claim Center systems

• Paralegal Degree or Certification required
• Associates Degree required
• Bachelor's Degree preferred

To apply, please submit your resume and online application

Competitive Benefits Package

Donegal Insurance Group offers a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time, permanent positions including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Available to you and your dependents. Coverage begins the first of the month after start date.


• 401(k) with the first 3% matched at 100%: the next 6% is matched at 50%


• Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick days, paid holidays, & bereavement days


• Career Development: Including college partnership discounts and industry designation(s) reimbursements

Additional benefits include company-paid basic life insurance; short & long-term disability insurance; employee stock purchase plan; and employee assistance program (EAP). Learn more about our full benefit offerings by visiting our Benefits page.

Who We Are

Donegal Insurance Group provides commercial and personal insurance products through a network of independent agents in 21 states and across several regions of the U.S. In Texas, Colorado, Utah, New Mexico and Arizona, business is conducted under the Mountain States Insurance Group name; and in Michigan, business is conducted under the Michigan Insurance name.

Headquartered in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, along with four (4) regional offices located in: Athens, GA, Grand Rapids, MI, Albuquerque, NM, and Glen Allen, VA, our steady growth and successes have allowed us to establish a culture of which we're proud. Check out our Glassdoor profile where our rating speaks for itself:

By joining Donegal, you would be joining a team of dedicated, hard-working employees, all with a common goal of providing peace of mind to our policyholders and being There when it matters most.™.

Work Arrangement

With each department and position being different, the work arrangement for a specific position will be reviewed with candidates during a initial phone screening. For a position not requiring an onsite expectation at one of our offices, the ideal candidate must live within our Donegal footprint. Current approved states are: AL, AZ, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OH, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI, and, WV. (Please note, this list is subject to change without notice.)

E-Verify

Donegal Insurance Group participates in E-Verify in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nebraska, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah. If you reside in one of the listed states, please review the "Notice of E-Verify Participation" and the "Right to Work Poster" on the links below:

• Notice of E-Verify Participation Poster (English and Spanish)


• Right to Work Poster (English and Spanish)