Personal Injury/Collections Paralegal
Jobot
Wayne, NJ
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$70,000–$95,000 Per Year
LOCATION
Wayne, NJ
POSTED
7 days ago
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Salary: $70,000 - $95,000 per year
A bit about us:
A leading regional distribution company is seeking a skilled Personal Injury/Collections Paralegal to support its General Counsel in managing claims, litigation files, and account recovery matters. This role is ideal for a paralegal experienced in personal injury, commercial collections, or insurance-related work who thrives in a fast-paced, operational business environment. The position offers broad exposure to claims management, internal investigations, outside counsel coordination, and day-to-day legal operations.
Why join us?
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Company-paid or subsidized life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, personal days)
- Paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discounts or company perks
- Annual performance reviews and merit increases
Job Details
Job Details
Join us as a Personal Injury/Collections Paralegal in the distribution industry! This position offers an exciting opportunity to utilize your legal expertise in the fast-paced, challenging, and rewarding environment of a leading manufacturing company. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in managing personal injury and collections matters, ensuring compliance, and enhancing the efficiency of our legal operations. This role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar capacity.
Responsibilities
As a Personal Injury/Collections Paralegal, you will:
1. Manage all aspects of personal injury cases from inception through resolution.
2. Prepare and respond to discovery requests, including drafting affidavits, interrogatories, and requests for production.
3. Track and manage all case deadlines, ensuring all legal documents are filed in a timely manner.
4. Coordinate with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and other parties as needed.
5. Conduct legal research and assist in preparing legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence.
6. Maintain a comprehensive and organized case management system.
7. Oversee collections efforts, negotiate payment plans, and manage related legal proceedings.
8. Assist in the preparation for trials, hearings, depositions, and client meetings.
9. Stay updated with changes in laws and regulations related to personal injury and collections.
10. Support the legal team with other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
To be considered for this role, you should have:
1. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Personal Injury or Collections Paralegal.
2. A Paralegal Certificate or equivalent legal qualification.
3. Proven experience in tracking deadlines, preparing discovery responses, and managing collections.
4. Strong knowledge of personal injury law and collections processes.
5. Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
6. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
7. Proficiency in MS Office Suite and legal research platforms.
8. The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
9. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
10. High attention to detail and accuracy.
11. The ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
Challenge yourself in a dynamic, diverse, and innovative environment. Join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering excellence in manufacturing through legal efficiency and compliance.
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COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employeesINDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2018
WEBSITE
http://www.jobot.com