Personal Injury Paralegal (290/o)

$65,000 - $80,000/Yr

De Novo Review - White Plains, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

White Plains, NY

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Personal Injury Paralegal will support a boutique New York plaintiff's personal injury firm by managing various tasks related to personal injury litigation. This role involves direct client interaction, handling no-fault issues, and preparing legal documents throughout the litigation process. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in personal injury law and be bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Handle client intake and communication throughout the litigation process.
• Manage no-fault issues related to motor vehicle accidents.
• Submit medical record requests and analyze medical records comprehensively.
• Manage calendars and schedule court appearances, depositions, and meetings.
• File documents in state (NYSCEF) and federal (PACER/ECF) courts.
• Prepare litigation documents including pleadings, bills of particulars, discovery demands, and subpoenas.
• Prepare settlement packages and assist with trial document preparation.
• Perform other administrative duties as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in plaintiff personal injury law.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
• Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree, or paralegal certificate is a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a plaintiff's personal injury law firm.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with SmartAdvocate preferred; knowledge of Lead Docket is a plus.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off