Plaintiff Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal

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Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 per year

Our dynamic law firm is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to play an integral role in our firm's personal injury department, providing comprehensive paralegal support to our attorneys. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in personal injury law, along with a commitment to client service and a detail-oriented approach to their work. You will be involved in a range of tasks including drafting pleadings, conducting legal research, assisting with discovery, and managing case files. This position offers the chance to work closely with our attorneys on complex personal injury cases and to make a significant contribution to our clients' pursuit of justice.

• Health and Dental Insurance (paid in full)
• 401(K) Plan with Company Match
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance (Employee)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Paid Sick Leave

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive paralegal support to our attorneys in personal injury litigation cases.
• Draft pleadings, briefs, discovery requests, and responses, and other legal documents.
• Conduct comprehensive and accurate legal research to support case preparation.
• Manage all aspects of the discovery process, including drafting and responding to discovery requests, organizing and tracking discovery materials, and coordinating depositions.
• Ensure compliance with court practices and requirements in state and federal court.
• Utilize Electronic Filing Systems for case management and court filings.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and team members.
• Assist with trial preparation and support attorneys during trials.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience as a paralegal in personal injury litigation.
• Strong knowledge of the civil litigation process, particularly in the area of plaintiff personal injury.
• Excellent legal writing skills with experience in drafting pleadings, briefs, and discovery materials.
• Strong understanding of court practices and requirements in state and federal court.
• Familiarity with all phases of the discovery process, including disclosures, production, and interrogatories.
• Proficiency in conducting thorough and accurate legal research.
• Experience with Electronic Filing Systems.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, attorneys, and court personnel.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Experience in plaintiff personal injury is highly desirable.

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