Personal Injury Paralegal

Job Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Personal Injury Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. This vital role involves supporting attorneys in managing personal injury cases from inception through resolution, ensuring efficient case progression, thorough legal research, and meticulous document management. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for delivering exceptional client service. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your legal expertise within a collaborative and fast-paced environment dedicated to advocating for injury victims. Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case preparation, including gathering evidence, organizing medical records, and managing case files using legal case management systems such as PCLaw and iManage
• Conduct detailed legal research across various practice areas including personal injury law, workers’ compensation law, and other relevant fields like family law or landlord-tenant law as needed
• Draft and review 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 case development
• Manage document review processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness while maintaining organized files in document management systems like Westlaw or LexisNexis
• Support litigation activities by preparing trial exhibits, timelines, and summaries while assisting with court filings and deadlines
• Provide administrative support including data entry, proofreading legal documents, transcribing interviews or depositions, and handling clerical tasks such as filing and phone etiquette

Experience

• Paralegal experience in personal injury law is required; familiarity with other practice areas such as estate planning, environmental law, or securities law is a plus
• Proven ability to manage multiple cases efficiently with strong project management skills
• Experience using legal research tools like Westlaw or LexisNexis to conduct comprehensive case law searches
• Proficiency with legal administrative software including PCLaw, iManage, and document management systems
• Excellent writing skills for drafting clear legal documents and correspondence
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated research capabilities and attention to detail in document review and proofreading tasks

Join our team to play a crucial role in advocating for clients while honing your legal skills across diverse practice areas. We value energetic professionals who thrive on organization, communication, and continuous learning. This is a paid opportunity designed to support your growth within the legal field while making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

Pay: $54,682.45 - $65,854.13 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person