Legal Staff Paralegal in Alexandria, VA

Law Firm

Alexandria, VA

Legal Staff Paralegal in Alexandria, VA

Legal Staff

Min 1 yrs required

No

Job Title: Paralegal

Job Responsibilities:
- Conduct intake interviews with new clients and perform comprehensive evaluations to determine the status and needs of each case.
- Actively review cases in pre-litigation, ensuring that all necessary medical records are received and investigations are complete.
- Communicate effectively with clients, insurance adjusters, and staff members to facilitate case progress.
- Evaluate cases to determine the potential for resolution and the need for litigation.
- Brief and advise managing attorneys on case postures and potential outcomes.
- Draft pleadings, discovery documents, and motions as required.
- Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law.

Education and Experience Information:
- A bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate is preferred, but not required.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in law is required, with experience in personal injury practice highly desired.
- Familiarity with civil procedure in Virginia, Maryland, and/or the District of Columbia is preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
- Ability to build rapport with clients and excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
- Bilingual candidates must be fluent in English and Spanish.

Salary Information:
- Base salary ranges from $44,000 to $60,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
- Additional compensation includes reachable monthly performance bonuses and participation bonuses for business brought to the firm.
- Bilingual candidates who are fluent in English and Spanish will receive a translation bonus of $2,000, paid in two installments.

Benefits:
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Health insurance through BCBS.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Bonus based on performance.
- Free parking.
- Professional development budget.

Additional Information:
- The position is full-time and may occasionally require weekend and evening work.
- The law firm emphasizes a client-centric approach and aims to provide personalized service to ensure clients never feel left out or abandoned.
- The role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative and nurturing environment, manage one's own caseload, and develop litigation skills.
- The law firm values being the go-to car accident and personal injury law firm in Northern Virginia and represents all clients aggressively, regardless of case size.
- Candidates will work as part of a motivated team under the guidance of a 40-year veteran of the legal profession, with continual training and development opportunities.
- The law firm is an equal opportunity employer, and all applications are held in strict confidence.