Personal Injury Paralegal

$65,000 - $80,000/Yr

PrideStaff - Freeport, NY

Full-time

Freeport, NY

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Personal Injury Paralegal will support a well-established law firm in Freeport, NY, focusing on personal injury cases. This role involves direct interaction with clients and various legal entities, ensuring that all case files are organized and up to date. The ideal candidate will be bilingual in Spanish and possess relevant experience in personal injury law, contributing to the efficient management of legal processes and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client intakes
• Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all relevant documents are up to date
• Communicate with clients, No-Fault adjusters, medical offices and adverse party's law offices
• Provide administrative support, including answering phones and scheduling appointments
• Assist with case management, including tracking deadlines and court appearances
• Prepare legal documents, including pleadings, discovery requests and motions
• Prepare and file RJI and PC Demands
• Prepare PC Orders and organize depositions with adverse party's law offices
• Prepare and file Retainer and Closing Statements
• File documents on NYSCEF

Requirements

• Proficient in speaking Spanish
• Experience as a Personal Injury Paralegal or in a related legal role
• Proficient in clerical tasks such as transcribing dictation, filing documents and managing calendars
• Ability to draft legal documents relating to Plaintiff personal injury lawsuits
• Knowledge of court systems and e-filing procedures
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically, Word and Outlook
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Benefits

• Salary range of $65,000 - $80,000 per year, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package