We seek a skilled and motivated Personal Injury Paralegal. This position offers a unique opportunity to deepen your expertise in a fast-paced, collaborative legal environment that values precision, initiative, and professional growth. You’ll play a crucial role in building strong cases, supporting clients during challenging times, and making a direct contribution to meaningful outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct detailed case investigations, identify liable parties, and assess case strength.
- Maintain consistent communication with clients to track injuries, treatment progress, and financial losses.
- Collect, organize, and analyze medical records, billing documentation, and other key evidence to support claims.
- Evaluate health insurance coverage and manage potential liens.
- Draft demand letters, discovery responses, pleadings, and procedural motions with precision and clarity.
- Assist attorneys with case preparation for settlement, litigation, and trial, including the creation of exhibits and visual aids.
- Conduct legal research and ensure compliance with all case deadlines.
- Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and third parties while maintaining professionalism.
- Update and maintain accurate case data in FileVine and related systems.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in Plaintiff’s Personal Injury law, with exposure to both pre-litigation and litigation phases.
- In-depth understanding of New Jersey legal procedures.
- Paralegal certificate or Associate’s degree required, Bachelor's preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new legal technology quickly (FileVine experience a plus).
- Strong writing, research, and analytical skills.
- Exceptional communication, organization, and time management skills.
- A client-centered approach with a demonstrated commitment to professionalism and empathy.
