Firm: Dominguez Law Firm LLC
Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico (2025 Rio Grande Blvd NW)
Practice Areas: Personal Injury | Auto Accidents | Medical Malpractice | Birth Injury
Reports To: Managing Partner & Associate Attorneys
Salary Range: $45,000 – $65,000 depending on experience, plus benefits
About the Firm
Dominguez Law Firm is a boutique plaintiff's litigation practice representing injury victims across Albuquerque and throughout New Mexico. We've recovered over $50 million for our clients and are known for combining fierce advocacy with a compassionate, client-centric approach. Our team provides hands-on, individualized service—and every case, big or small, receives tailored attention. Se habla español.
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Personal Injury Paralegal specializing in client intake to serve as the first point of contact for prospective clients and to support our attorneys across an active personal injury caseload. This role blends front-end intake work—screening leads, gathering facts, and opening new matters—with ongoing case support from intake through settlement or trial. The ideal candidate is compassionate, organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
Intake
· Serve as the initial point of contact for prospective clients via phone, email, and web inquiries.
· Conduct client intake interviews with empathy and professionalism, gathering key facts about the incident and injuries.
· Screen and evaluate potential cases against firm criteria and route them to the appropriate attorney.
· Open new matters, prepare retainer/engagement paperwork, and ensure accurate data entry into the case management system.
· Track and follow up on leads, referrals, and pending intakes to maximize client conversion.
Case Support
· Support attorneys throughout the life of personal injury and auto accident cases.
· Request, organize, and review medical records, bills, police reports, and insurance documentation.
· Draft correspondence, demand packages, and basic legal documents under attorney supervision.
· Communicate with clients, medical providers, insurance adjusters, and third parties to keep cases moving.
· Maintain organized case files and calendar critical deadlines, ensuring compliance with New Mexico statutes of limitations.
· Assist with discovery, exhibit preparation, and trial/mediation preparation as needed.
Qualifications
· Paralegal certificate, Associate's/Bachelor's degree, or equivalent relevant experience.
· Prior experience in a personal injury or plaintiff-side law firm strongly preferred.
· Demonstrated experience with client intake and case management software.
· Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
· Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
· Compassionate, client-first approach with the ability to handle sensitive situations with care.
· Preferred: Bilingual (English/Spanish); familiarity with medical records and terminology.
What We Offer
· Competitive salary of $45,000 – $65,000 depending on experience.
· A supportive, boutique environment with direct access to attorneys and meaningful case involvement.
· Benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.
Pay: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
