Job Title: Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal
Job Responsibilities:
- Research and analyze legal resources, including codes, statutes, regulations, and decisions, to assist in preparing case materials.
- Draft legal documents such as complaints, motions, pleadings, and discovery.
- Collaborate with clients to prepare discovery responses.
- Analyze and summarize medical records, and prepare medical chronologies.
- Track and manage discovery deadlines and litigation calendars.
- Schedule and coordinate depositions, mediations, and other legal proceedings.
- Maintain strong, ongoing communication with clients to ensure they feel heard and supported.
- Keep detailed records in the firm’s case management system, with Filevine experience being a plus.
- Prepare outlines and exhibits for depositions, mediation, and trial.
- Assist with trial preparation, including witness coordination and exhibit management.
- Negotiate medical liens and unpaid bills after settlement.
Education and Experience Information:
- Minimum of 3 years of litigation paralegal experience in personal injury, with a preference for 5 years.
- A college degree or completion of an ABA-approved paralegal program, or equivalent years of real litigation experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with Spanish bilingual ability being a plus.
- Strong emotional intelligence and adaptability, with exceptional organizational and multitasking skills.
- Self-directed with high integrity and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with Filevine experience being a plus.
- Passionate about helping people and working in a client-first environment.
Salary Information:
- Competitive compensation and merit-based bonuses.
- Health insurance, AFLAC Dental, and Vision benefits.
- 401(k) with a 3% guaranteed contribution after vesting.
- Normal holidays and excellent paid time off.
- The firm closes at 2 pm on Fridays, offering a favorable work-life balance.
- No billable hours or timekeeping, and no micromanagement.
Additional Information:
- The firm offers a small team environment where strengths are recognized and supported.
- Regular performance reviews are conducted.
- The work schedule is Monday to Thursday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, and Friday from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm.
- The firm provides an outstanding work environment for professionals who value a supportive office where meaningful work is done.
- The firm is a drama-free workplace that values each team member and client, emphasizing positivity, performance, professional growth, and accountability.
- The firm encourages individuals who are motivated to set personal and professional goals and exhibit the firm’s cultural values to apply.
