Pre-Litigation Paralegal Assistant

A fast growing Accident Law Firm is looking for a Pre-Litigation Paralegal to join their great team! This candidate will manage their own caseload of pre-litigation personal injury cases. Communicate with clients to obtain case information and provide status updates. Schedule attorney client calls and respond to client inquiries within a 24 hour period.

Responsibilities for the Pre-Litigation Paralegal:

• Assist the litigation attorneys with managing the litigation docket
• Handle pre-claim investigations
• Legal research/ understand legal language
• Prepare simple pleadings and litigation documents
• Assist attorneys in litigation
• Prepare litigation summaries for inclusion in litigation status log
• Prepare and maintain quarterly pre-litigation and litigation reports
• Coordinate, and calendar heavy litigation dockets for litigation matters
• Worked at a large litigation firm
• Maintain files on litigation and employment matters

Skills:

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in legal research using Westlaw or similar platforms

Knowledge of legal document management systems such as iManage

Familiarity with contract review and analysis

Attention to detail and accuracy in all work performed

Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

Strong phone etiquette when communicating with clients and other parties involved

Understand personal injury law

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required

Paralegal certification preferred but not required

Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal or similar role

We offer competitive compensation based on experience. This is a full-time position with regular business hours.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 – $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule: 8 hour shift

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person