Hybrid Paralegal

Paralegal - Hybrid - Must Be Based in New Mexico

For nearly 30 years, The Husband & Wife Law Team has represented individuals and families whose lives were changed by serious injury. Our work is built on experience, integrity, and results — and on treating clients and colleagues with respect and care.

We are a family-founded firm with a strong reputation in the community and a clear mission: To thoughtfully guide people through adversity to their best possible outcome.

We take our work seriously and believe professionalism and humanity can — and should — coexist. You'll find a team that values excellence, collaboration, and a supportive workplace where people choose to build long-term careers.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal to manage a dedicated caseload of significant injury matters, including major auto accidents, catastrophic injuries, and wrongful death cases.

In this role, you will serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing consistency, organization, and reassurance during one of the most difficult periods of their lives. You will work closely with attorneys, investigators, and medical providers to move cases forward efficiently and thoughtfully.

You will not be doing this alone. Our firm has a strong legal support infrastructure, including team members who assist with medical bills, liens, settlements, disbursements, and case administration — allowing you to focus on high-level case management and client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain regular, proactive client communication (minimum every 28 days)
• Review and organize medical records, bills, and insurance information
• Analyze liability, damages, and coverage issues
• Coordinate with attorneys, investigators, medical providers, and experts
• Prepare cases for potential litigation and settlement negotiations
• Ensure deadlines, statutes, and internal milestones are consistently met
• Maintain accurate, detailed case notes in the firm's case management system

Core Qualifications

• 2–8+ years of personal injury paralegal experience
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and solution-focused under pressure
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with a client-first mindset
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Experience with Needles and/or Filevine strongly preferred

Experience That Sets You Apart

• Drafting and preparing demand letters and settlement packages
• Managing competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and consistency
• Reviewing and processing incoming correspondence with sound judgment
• Protecting client confidentiality, including redaction and document control
• Maintaining clean, current, and well-documented case files
• Tracking statutes of limitation, deadlines, and follow-up dates
• Following up persistently to obtain medical records and billing
• Preparing materials for experts and attorneys
• Creating clear, accurate disbursement statements clients can understand

Why Join The Husband & Wife Law Team

• A stable, well-established firm with low turnover and long-tenured staff
• Tools, training, and consistent support to support current success and career growth
• Leadership Academy programmed designed to take your skills to the next level
• Meaningful work with clients who genuinely need your expertise
• A collaborative, respectful culture where experience is valued
• Leadership that listens and supports professional judgment
• Recognition for high-quality work and dedication
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• A workplace consistently recognized as a Top Workplace and Great Place to Work®

What We Offer

This is more than a paralegal position — it's an opportunity to do meaningful work with a firm that values professionalism, experience, and long-term commitment.

If you are looking for a role where:

• Your experience is respected
• Your work makes a difference
• Your team feels supportive and reliable

We would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

Total Rewards Package

• Competitive pay with room to grow
• Health, dental, vision & life insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with company match after 1 year of service
• Paid time off and paid family leave
• Team appreciation events, perks, discounts and more!

Learn more about our culture and values:

Apply today and join a team that truly lives its values.