Personal Injury Paralegal

Job Description

Job 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