Litigation Paralegal (152)

Prominent full-service nationwide law firm with over 40 years of experience representing survivors of catastrophic and traumatic events is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join their team. Candidates must be comfortable working with sexual abuse and assault cases, experience as a social worker or with trauma-related victims is a plus. Ideal Candidates will have experience with negligence and personal injury cases. Experience reviewing medical records or working in a fast paced environment is a plus. Must be reliable, professional and able to work as part of our close-knit team and to interact with clients. This is a unique opportunity to join a respected and rapidly expanding law firm with a friendly and supportive office culture, while employing your legal skills in advancing a truly worthy cause. This position is onsite at the firm’s Melville, NY office.

Responsibilities include:

Communicating with clients

Drafting and preparing memorandums of client interviews

Drafting and preparing correspondences and medical record authorizations

Obtaining and exchanging medical records

Court filings

Other administrative duties as needed

Qualifications:

Must have 3+ years of experience with negligence and personal injury cases

Paralegal Certification preferred, bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus

Must be comfortable working with sexual abuse and assault cases, experience as a social worker or with trauma-related victims is a plus

Experience reviewing medical records or working in a fast paced environment is preferred

Must have superior verbal and written communication skills

Must be detail oriented and have excellent organizational skills

Must be compassionate to the needs of clients

Must live within a 30-45 minute drive from the Melville, NY office

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