Litigation Paralegal - Personal Injury

$70,000 - $85,000/Yr

Unclassified - River Edge, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

River Edge, NJ

About the position

Brandon J. Broderick is a prestigious and forward-thinking law firm committed to delivering exceptional legal services. With a blend of tradition and innovation, we are dedicated to staying at the forefront of legal practice and technology. We are seeking a detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal specializing in Personal Injury to join our team. This role is essential in supporting our attorneys in various legal proceedings, particularly in personal injury claims. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a plaintiff personal injury law firm and will be proficient in legal software, including Litify and eCourts. The position requires strong communication skills, excellent time management, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment. As a Litigation Paralegal, you will be responsible for ensuring that all legal documents are prepared accurately and timely, managing discovery processes, and maintaining up-to-date records in our legal software systems. You will work closely with attorneys to draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents, as well as handle incoming calls and requests for information. Our firm values work-life balance and provides a supportive environment where every team member can thrive and contribute to our collective success. We offer training, mentorship, and a clear career path, along with competitive benefits and a robust holiday schedule. If you are organized, adaptable, and passionate about supporting legal proceedings, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Making sure the 45-Day No Client Contact Report is up to date along with the legal assistant.
• Draft all Pleadings.
• Save all eCourts.
• Update the Litify Counsel tab when an answer is received.
• Draft answers to interrogatories to be reviewed by attorney.
• Handle all discovery responses, amendments, etc.
• Enter all discovery end dates into Litify - monitor to ensure DEDs are accurate and updated.
• Enter expert discovery deadline dates into Litify.
• Obtain all bills, add all into Litify Health lien requests.
• Handle incoming calls along with Legal Assistant.
• Handle all requests for more specific responses to Answers to Interrogatories.
• Draft Arbitration Statements, Mediation Statements (under the direction of the attorney), Pre-Trial Exchange - for attorney to review and revise as needed before submitting.
• Draft Motions under the direction of your attorney.
• Draft the skeleton of Oppositions and Replies - under the direction of your attorney.
• Dismissal notices for lack of prosecution.
• Obtain all documents and handle scheduling for Friendly Hearings, and Proof Hearings.
• Draft Longworth approval letters.
• Update the Treatment Tracker along with Legal Assistant.
• Draft SDS and Blue Sheet Package.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Law or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a plaintiff's personal injury law firm environment
• Proficiency in legal software such as Litify, eCourts, and legal databases
• Excellent written communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Strong analytical skills
• Effective time management abilities
• Demonstrated team collaboration experience
• Professional interpersonal communication skills
• Willingness to adapt to changing priorities and technologies
• Commitment to upholding ethical standards
• Strong organizational skills
• Basic understanding of legal research methodologies
• Relevant certifications or licenses related to paralegal studies or legal assistance.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Time