Personal Injury Paralegal

$44,072 - $65,000/Yr

Kand Personal Injury Law Firm - Bayside, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Bayside, NY

About the position

We are a client-focused law firm specializing in personal injury cases, seeking an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal to provide legal support to attorneys. The role involves managing personal injury cases, conducting legal research, preparing legal documents, and maintaining case files, all while ensuring exceptional representation for our clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in managing personal injury cases from inception to resolution, including intake, investigation, and documentation.
• Conduct legal research related to personal injury law and regulations for case preparation.
• Draft and prepare legal documents such as intakes, complaints, pleadings, motions, and discovery requests/responses for review by attorneys.
• Organize, analyze, and maintain case files, documents, evidence, and other relevant materials using case management software or other appropriate systems.
• Communicate with clients, witnesses, insurance adjusters, and other parties to obtain information, document statements, and schedule appointments, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality at all times.
• Review, summarize, and analyze medical records.
• Assist with the discovery process, including drafting and responding to interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admissions.
• Collaborate with attorneys to compile settlement demands and negotiate settlements with insurance companies or opposing counsel.
• Prepare and file legal documents with the court, adhering to applicable court rules and deadlines.
• Perform various administrative duties, including scheduling appointments, maintaining calendars, and managing correspondence.

Requirements

• 2 years of paralegal experience in personal injury law.
• Strong knowledge of personal injury law and legal drafting.
• Experience in legal case management and working in a law office.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of LexPI software is highly preferred.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• Professional development assistance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Flexible schedule