Legal Staff Paralegal in Hartford, CT

Law Firm

Hartford, CT

Legal Staff Paralegal in Hartford, CT

Legal Staff

No

Job Title: Paralegal

Job Responsibilities:
A paralegal is sought by a small, busy law firm to manage all paralegal tasks within its Civil Personal Injury practice. The role involves handling personal injury claims and some Workers' Compensation cases. Key responsibilities include:
- Managing pre-suit matters, such as obtaining and summarizing medical records and bills, and handling liens for settlement purposes.
- Utilizing knowledge of the Connecticut State judicial website for filing new cases and managing existing suits.
- Engaging in tasks involving pleadings and discovery, and reviewing medical records and billings.
- Applying knowledge of State and Federal liens and using the Medicare portal effectively.

Education and Experience Information:
Candidates should have knowledge of the Connecticut Practice Book rules concerning pleadings and discovery. Prior experience in a similar role is preferred, indicating that the law firm values candidates who have previously worked in the legal field, particularly in personal injury and Workers' Compensation. Familiarity with the Connecticut State judicial website and the Medicare portal is beneficial.

Salary Information:
The position offers a salary range of $56, to $70, per year, with the flexibility for the candidate to choose their own working hours. The job is a part-time role and allows for a hybrid remote working arrangement in Hartford, CT.