Plaintiff Personal Injury Paralegal (5+ Years of Experience)
Base Salary: $75K - $80K based on experience
Position Overview:
Our client, a well-established plaintiff personal injury law firm, is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal with at least 5 years of plaintiff-side litigation experience. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of personal injury case management from intake through settlement or trial and demonstrate exceptional organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
Responsibilities:
Manage a high-volume caseload of plaintiff personal injury matters from inception through resolution.
Maintain regular communication with clients, providing updates and gathering necessary information and documentation.
Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, discovery demands and responses, motions, subpoenas, authorizations, and correspondence.
Coordinate and track medical records, medical bills, lien information, and other case-related documentation.
Review, summarize, and organize medical records and treatment histories.
Assist attorneys with case investigations, liability analysis, and damages assessments.
Schedule and coordinate depositions, independent medical examinations (IMEs), court appearances, and mediations.
Prepare settlement demand packages and assist with settlement negotiations.
Maintain accurate case files and manage deadlines through calendaring systems.
Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including exhibit organization, witness coordination, and trial binders.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 5 years of plaintiff-side personal injury paralegal experience.
Strong knowledge of New York personal injury litigation procedures and court rules.
Experience handling motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, construction accidents, wrongful death, and other personal injury matters.
Proficiency with case management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage a busy caseload independently.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Paralegal certificate or equivalent legal experience preferred.
Preferred Skills:
Experience preparing settlement demands and negotiating lien reductions.
Familiarity with e-filing systems and litigation support software.
Trial preparation experience
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience, comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative and client-focused legal team.
