Personal Injury Legal Assistant

$70,000 - $90,000/Yr

Dunne Dunne & Cohen - Kearny, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Kearny, NJ

11-50 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Dunne, Dunne & Cohen, LLC is a busy litigation firm handling a variety of legal areas. We currently have 5 attorneys and 11 support staff members. We are looking for additional help with our personal injury team. The Personal Injury Legal Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting our attorneys and ensuring the smooth operation of our legal processes. This position requires prior experience in a similar role, as the tasks will include but are not limited to preparing discovery responses, managing calendars, and requesting medical records. Strong communication skills are essential, as there will be significant client interaction. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and able to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare discovery responses
• Manage calendars for attorneys
• Request medical records
• Communicate with clients regarding case updates and information
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation and documentation
• Maintain organized case files and records

Requirements

• Prior experience as a legal assistant or paralegal
• Fluency in Spanish (reading, writing, and speaking)
• Strong communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (5 years preferred)
• Bachelor's degree (preferred)
• 3 years of paralegal experience (required)

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance