Personal Injury Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Personal Injury Paralegal to support plaintiff-side matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to contribute to active litigation by coordinating case documents, preparing filings, and assisting attorneys throughout the life of each matter. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing a high volume of case activity while maintaining organized records, clear communication, and timely follow-through.

Responsibilities:
• Support attorneys with both newly opened and ongoing personal injury matters by keeping case activity organized and moving forward.
• Request, review, and condense medical documentation to help build accurate case summaries and support litigation strategy.
• Maintain orderly client and case files, including structured storage and archiving for active matters and closed files.
• Prepare and send clear correspondence to clients, opposing counsel, medical offices, and other case-related contacts.
• Draft legal documents such as discovery materials, pleadings, complaints, subpoenas, and related responses for attorney review.
• Coordinate depositions, client meetings, hearings, and other litigation events while tracking deadlines and required follow-up.
• Meet with clients to gather information, provide updates, and help ensure case materials are complete and current.
• File court documents and manage docket activity, including monitoring court communications and supporting trial readiness.
• Create case-specific reports and status updates to assist attorneys with evaluation, planning, and preparation.• Prior paralegal experience supporting plaintiff personal injury or civil litigation matters.
• Working knowledge of discovery processes, court filings, and litigation document preparation.
• Experience organizing case materials, tracking deadlines, and maintaining accurate legal files.
• Ability to summarize medical records and handle documentation relevant to injury claims.
• Proficiency with case management software and standard legal office technology.
• Strong written communication skills for preparing clear correspondence and legal drafts.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven legal environment.
• Familiarity with trial preparation and general plaintiff-side litigation support.