Pre-Litigation Paralegal - Plaintiff Personal Injury

Job Description

Job Description

Pre-Litigation Case Manager/Paralegal (In-House)

Seeking a FT in-house Pre-Litigation Case Manager/Paralegal to meaningfully contribute to the growth & success of our rapidly expanding plaintiff personal injury practice in Teaneck, NJ. The ideal candidate will be a highly organized & compassionate legal professional with at least two years’ experience. You will manage a full caseload under the supervision of attorneys, acting as the key point of contact for clients, providers, & insurers throughout the life of a case.

Benefits include the following:

• Free employee medical coverage, with a paid deductible

• Vision & dental coverage at a minimal surcharge

• Life insurance & supplemental disability coverage

• Voluntary Aflac coverage

• 401(k) plan

• Accrued Paid Sick Leave

• PTO days along with Major Federal Holidays

• Voluntary Pet Insurance

$60,000 yearly

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain frequent and compassionate communication with clients regarding case status, treatment progress, & legal steps

• Heavy phone contact with providers & insurance carriers

• Drafting correspondence & other pre-litigation-related documents

• Minimum two years of experience in plaintiff's personal injury law (required)
• Strong understanding of NJ tort law, court procedures, & e-filing systems
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Proficient in legal case management software
• Ability to multitask, work independently, & stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• Treat others with respect & contribute to a positive team environment
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Word & PDF conversion software. Excel and PowerPoint experience is necessary
• Knowledge of NJ Local & State discovery rules
• Organizational skills & attention to detail

Leading personal injury law firm based in North New Jersey, dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation and client-focused service. With over 100 employees, our firm is committed to achieving outstanding results for clients while maintaining a collaborative and dynamic work environment.