Personal Injury Paralegal

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal who is already well-versed in the full lifecycle of personal injury cases. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience handling cases from pre-litigation through trial and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Duties

• Manage personal injury cases from intake through resolution
• Draft and file pleadings, discovery, motions, and correspondence
• Coordinate and maintain case files, medical records, and billing documentation
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including exhibits, witness coordination, and trial binders
• Handle discovery process, including drafting responses and organizing productions
• Communicate with clients, medical providers, experts, and opposing counsel
• Calendar deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and procedures
• Review, and proofread legal documents such as pleadings, discovery requests, settlement agreements, and correspondence with clients and opposing counsel.
• Interview clients, witnesses, and experts to gather pertinent information for ongoing cases.
• Manage document review processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
• Provide administrative support including scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and handling phone inquiries with professionalism.
• Assist in preparing for depositions, hearings, or settlement negotiations by compiling necessary documentation.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3+ years of personal injury experience, including litigation
• Strong knowledge of personal injury procedures, deadlines, and documentation
• Experience with discovery, trial prep, and court filings
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in case management software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Exceptional writing, proofreading, and legal drafting skills to produce clear and accurate documents.
• Experience conducting client interviews and gathering evidence through effective interviewing techniques.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong clerical skills including data entry, filing, document review, transcription, and administrative support tasks.
• Excellent phone etiquette combined with professional communication skills.
• Demonstrated project management abilities to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Work Schedule:

• Hybrid position: 2–3 days in-office, remaining days remote

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance-based bonuses upon case completion
• Additional bonus opportunities tied to new cases brought into the firm
• Hybrid work flexibility
• Supportive and team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: Hybrid remote in McKinney, TX 75071