As a Personal Injury Paralegal, you will support attorneys in managing personal injury cases from intake through resolution. This role focuses on case investigation, medical records management, document preparation, and client communication. You will play a key role in ensuring cases progress efficiently while working closely with attorneys, clients, insurance carriers, and medical providers. Curious what a day in this role looks like? Read on!
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal and factual research related to personal injury matters, including liability, damages, and negligence.
- Draft, review, and file legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and settlement demands.
- Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and accessibility.
- Communicate with clients, insurance adjusters, medical providers, court personnel, and opposing counsel to obtain information and coordinate case activities.
- Assist attorneys in preparing for depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials, including managing exhibits and witness materials.
- Monitor case progress and provide status updates to attorneys and clients as needed.
- Contribute to team meetings and process improvements to enhance case management efficiency.
Requirements
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or a related field.
- Minimum of 2-4 years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in a corporate or law firm environment.
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and documentation.
- Proficiency in legal research tools, electronic filing systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective interactions with clients and colleagues.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.
- Familiarity with case management software is a plus.
Benefits
*All resumes and application answers must be in English