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Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and detail oriented Personal Injury Paralegal to join our legal team. In this vital role, you will assist attorneys in managing personal injury cases from inception through resolution, ensuring efficient case progression and exceptional client service. Your proactive approach and legal support expertise will contribute significantly to our firm's success in advocating for injured clients. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills within a collaborative and fast paced environment committed to justice and client advocacy.
Duties
- Prepare and organize legal documents, including pleadings, discovery requests, and settlement agreements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with procedural law requirements
- Conduct comprehensive legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research tools to support case strategies
- Manage case files using document management systems like trial works and maintaining meticulous records of all case activities and correspondence
- Interview clients, witnesses, and experts to gather pertinent case information while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism
- Assist attorneys in preparing for depositions, hearings, and trial by reviewing documents, creating timelines, and summarizing evidence
- Coordinate with insurance companies, medical providers, and other parties involved in personal injury claims to facilitate smooth communication and case progression
- Support litigation processes by reviewing documents for relevance, accuracy, and completeness while adhering to procedural law standards
Skills
- Extensive experience with personal injury law cases and legal support functions
- Proficiency in legal research platforms such as Westlaw and LexisNexis
- Strong knowledge of procedural law, civil litigation support, and document review procedures
- Skilled in legal drafting, writing reports, proofreading documents, and preparing litigation materials
- Familiarity with case management software and document management systems
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously under tight deadlines
- Effective client communication skills with professional phone etiquette and empathetic listening abilities
- Ability to handle confidential information discreetly while maintaining high standards of accuracy in data entry and filing tasks
- Strong research skills combined with a keen eye for detail, capable of transcribing interviews or court proceedings accurately
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) for document creation and data management
This role is ideal for candidates eager to leverage their paralegal experience within a vibrant legal environment dedicated to delivering exceptional client outcomes. If you possess a passion for personal injury law combined with strong organizational abilities and technical skills in legal research and case management apply now to join our team!
Pay: $56,038.32 - $70,487.01 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
