Legal Staff Paralegal in Atlanta, GA

Law Firm

Atlanta, GA

Legal Staff Paralegal in Atlanta, GA

Legal Staff

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Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal The candidate will maintain accurate records and schedules; Litigation calendars, Deadlines, Depositions, Client spreadsheets, etc. Manage high-volume case load, Assist attorneys with Discovery, preparation of Complaints, or Mediation Review relevant state laws on personal injury, Interview clients about their injuries, gather medical reports and insurance information from defendant, Review reports by witnesses or police, or make appointments for medical examinations Communications: Ability to communicate orally and in writing with clients, opposing counsel and expert witnesses, Drafting: Be able to draft discovery responses and assert all necessary objections, draft medical summaries, draft settlement demands, prepare witness and exhibit lists, draft motions, final instructions, verdict forms, and be ready to tackle writing projects, Trial Preparation: Tasks include witness preparation and preparing voir dire outlines, opening and closing statements, and witness outlines. Determine exhibits to be used and prepare them for viewing. Assist attorney with entire voir dire process (., taking notes, striking, and selection of jurors), pull and pass exhibits as needed, act a liaison to client, ensure attorney does not inadvertently waive an objection, communicate with bailiff or court reporter as necessary, bring witnesses into courtroom, rework exhibit binders as necessary, help attorney elicit key pieces of testimony, assist with all aspects of trial strategy and act as second set of eyes and ears, Receive mail and scan to appropriate record in case management system, keep accurate notes in cloud database, Assist other attorneys and staff as necessary. Must have 2+ years of experience in personal injury litigation or liability insurance defense litigation in Georgia or Florida. Possess a friendly and inviting demeanor with a positive and enthusiastic attitude. Be able to quickly build rapport with clients and serve as client liaison. Be able to answer and handle incoming calls professionally and compassionately. Be a team player. Be detail-oriented and a champion of accuracy. Possess excellent communication skills; including verbal, written, and listening. Be very organized and able to prioritize effectively. Possess proficient computer and typing skills - MS Word, Excel, Gmail, LexisNexis, Internet, Case Management Software.