Paralegal (Personal Injury)

NOTE TO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES: Please do not submit resumes through this link or via direct messaging. Thank you. Paralegal (Personal Injury) DiCello Levitt LLP Cleveland, Ohio Join a firm that is shaping front-page headlines pursuing justice every day, whether litigating some of the most significant civil and human rights cases of our time or ensuring that companies take responsibility for their actions and remediate the harm they have caused. DiCello Levitt, a nationally prominent, Chambers and Benchmark-rated law firm with offices nationwide, is seeking a full-time Paralegal in our Cleveland, Ohio office supporting the Personal Injury practice group. Firm Description DiCello Levitt is a leading national plaintiffs’ law firm representing clients in class action, business-to-business, public client, whistleblower, personal injury, civil rights, and mass tort litigation. The firm has delivered $20B+ in awards and settlements to our clients and has been recognized for its excellence in litigation by Chambers USA, Law360, Benchmark Litigation, Lawdragon, and The National Law Journal. Role and Responsibilities This listing is for a full-time experienced personal injury paralegal. Medical malpractice and nursing home negligence experience is beneficial for this role. Ideal candidates will have significant experience communicating with clients; maintaining files; working with Adobe, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; managing a personal injury docket and drafting correspondence and other preliminary matters. This role requires great attention to detail, management of large data sets, ability to generate and track reporting, and to work in a multi-office team environment. Experience with a large document and/or case management system is highly preferred. Responsibilities will include: Drafting legal documents such as subpoenas, pleadings, and other related correspondence. Conducting background and social media searches. Assisting with case analysis. Compliance with deadlines, and calendaring. Electronic filings of pleadings (both State and Federal). Open new matters and track litigation matters. Assisting attorney(s) in preparing for trials, hearings, and depositions. Summarizing depositions and other relevant records. Managing cases and working with attorneys on various matters. Scheduling for attorneys for meetings, depositions, hearings, and other meetings. Additional duties as assigned. Desired Skills and Qualifications The successful candidate should have the following qualifications: Skilled in organizing and maintaining electronic case files. Strong written and verbal communication for drafting documents and client interaction. Proficient with legal research tools and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), with the ability to adapt to new technologies as needed. Familiar with court rules, filing deadlines, and legal processes. Able to thrive and maintain organization while managing competing priorities and working under pressure in a dynamic, high-volume setting. Understanding of and adherence to ethical guidelines and confidentiality requirements, ensuring client information and case details are protected. Commitment to continuing legal education and staying updated on industry trends and best practices. Education and Experience Associate degree or certification in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or similar field of study preferred. Minimum of four (4) years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in personal injury litigation. Experience with case management systems, preferably Litify (Salesforce) or Needles. What DiCello Levitt Offers: Salary Range: Varies. Salary is dependent on experience and location. Benefits Comprehensive benefits package, effective the first day of the month following your start date. Health Insurance (High Deductible and PPO plan options). Health Savings Account (HSA). Dental. Vision. Life and AD&D Insurance. Short-Term Disability (STD). Hybrid Work Schedule. 401(k) retirement savings plan with 3% firm contribution. Time Off Personal Time Off (PTO). Sick Leave (SLT). 10 Paid Holidays annually. DiCello Levitt LLP is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination. The Firm prohibits unlawful discrimination in any term or condition of employment against any employee or applicant for employment because of the individual's race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, membership or service in the armed forces, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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