Legal Staff Paralegal in Parsippany, NJ

Law Firm

Parsippany, NJ

Legal Staff Paralegal in Parsippany, NJ

Legal Staff

Min 2 yrs required

No

Job Title: Paralegal – Civil Litigation

Job Responsibilities:

As a Paralegal at the law firm in Parsippany, NJ, you will be expected to fulfill a variety of duties essential for supporting the civil litigation defense team. Your responsibilities will include:

- Ordering, following up on, and tracking medical records to ensure all necessary documentation is obtained for cases.
- Scheduling Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) as part of the legal process.
- Conducting docket searches to keep track of case progress and updates.
- Retaining experts and sending relevant documents for their review to build a strong case.
- Gathering medical records and other discovery materials through services, authorizations, and social media, among other sources.
- Tracking, organizing, and preparing discovery materials to be sent to counsel, experts, and other witnesses, ensuring all parties have the necessary information.
- Assisting attorneys with trial preparation, which may involve organizing documents, preparing exhibits, and coordinating with witnesses.
- Having asbestos experience is considered a plus, as it may be relevant to some of the cases handled by the firm.
- Organizing and maintaining files within the document management system to ensure easy access and retrieval of information.
- Performing other general office administration functions as needed to support the team.

Education and Experience Information:

The ideal candidate for the Paralegal position should possess the following qualifications and experience:

- A high school diploma or GED is required.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience as a paralegal, particularly in litigation, is essential.
- Demonstrated creative thinking, strong research skills, and superior verbal and written communication skills are required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong research skills, especially with programs such as Lexis Nexis, are required.
- Significant experience in obtaining medical records and preparing medical chronologies is preferred.
- Experience working with attorneys defending matters of asbestos and other areas of civil defense is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience following the legal process in preparation in New Jersey is essential.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- A proactive work style, taking initiative to anticipate attorney needs, is valued.

Salary Information:

The text does not provide specific salary information for the Paralegal position.

Benefits for Full-Time:

The law firm offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, which includes:

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off (PTO) and sick leave accrual.
- 401(k) plan and profit-sharing opportunities.
- Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
- Flexible spending program to assist with healthcare and dependent care expenses.

The law firm is committed to creating a diverse working environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnic background, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or genetic information.