Paralegal

$40,002 - $102,843/Yr

Unclassified - New York, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

New York, NY

11-50 employees

About the position

Top rated New York Personal Injury firm seeks an experienced paralegal to join our team in the settlement department. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in drafting legal documents such as releases, stipulations, and closing statements. This role requires the paralegal to effectively communicate with healthcare providers to obtain and negotiate liens for disbursements, ensuring that all financial aspects of settlements are handled efficiently. Familiarity with TrialWorks or similar litigation and case management software is a plus, as it will aid in managing case files and documentation effectively. The position is full-time, with a standard schedule from Monday to Friday, and requires fluency in Spanish as a preferred language skill. The salary for this position is commensurate with experience, with a range from $40,001.85 to $102,842.92 per year, reflecting the firm's commitment to compensating skilled professionals appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Draft releases, stipulations, and closing statements.
• Contact providers to obtain and negotiate liens for disbursements.
• Manage case files and documentation using TrialWorks or similar software.
• Assist in the settlement process within the personal injury department.

Requirements

• Experience as a paralegal in a personal injury law firm.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents such as releases and closing statements.
• Ability to negotiate liens with healthcare providers.
• Familiarity with litigation and case management software, preferably TrialWorks.

Nice-to-haves

• Fluency in Spanish.