Personal Injury Paralegal

Prevail Recruiting

  • New York
  • 16 days ago

    Highlights

    The firm represents individuals injured in [auto accidents, trucking collisions, premises liability, wrongful death, medical malpractice, etc.] and is known for strong trial results, a collaborative culture, and real investment in its support staff. Our client, a well-regarded plaintiff’s personal injury firm in [market], is adding an experienced paralegal to support its growing litigation team.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationNew York

    Description

    Our client, a well-regarded plaintiff’s personal injury firm in [market], is adding an experienced paralegal to support its growing litigation team. The firm represents individuals injured in [auto accidents, trucking collisions, premises liability, wrongful death, medical malpractice, etc.] and is known for strong trial results, a collaborative culture, and real investment in its support staff.

    This is a chance to work closely with attorneys on cases from intake through trial or resolution, with meaningful responsibility and a clear path for growth.


    What You’ll Do

    • Manage a caseload of pre-litigation and litigation files from intake through resolution
    • Draft pleadings, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and correspondence
    • Prepare and organize medical records, bills, and damages documentation for demand packages
    • Communicate regularly with clients, providers, insurance adjusters, and opposing counsel
    • Track deadlines, statutes of limitations, and court dates
    • Coordinate depositions, mediations, and expert retention
    • Support trial preparation, including exhibits, witness binders, and trial notebooks
    • Assist with settlement calculations, lien resolution, and disbursements

    What You Bring

    • 3-5+ years of paralegal experience in plaintiff-side personal injury
    • Hands-on experience with litigation, including discovery and trial prep
    • Strong knowledge of medical records review and damages documentation
    • Working knowledge of [State] court rules and e-filing procedures
    • Excellent writing, organization, and client communication skills
    • Proficiency with case management software (e.g., Filevine, Clio, Litify, CASEpeer)
    • Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and meet deadlines independently
    • Paralegal certificate or degree preferred; bachelor’s degree a plus


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