Litigation Paralegal - Personal Injury P's Side (EXPERIENCED ONLY!!)

Billera Law PLLC

Boca Raton, FL, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Legal

Full Time

Job Description

Experienced Litigation Paralegal:

Are you a detail-oriented paralegal with a passion for helping personal injury plaintiffs? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment, juggling tasks while staying focused on client care and case management? Are you able to work under pressure and meet deadlines? Join our firm as we advocate for justice and provide compassionate support to our clients. We’re seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal with a background in personal injury to join our dedicated team. Ideal candidate must have strong Personal Injury background, able to handle litigation cases independently from opening to closing, proficient in e-filing, able to manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks, must be a team player, but able to work with minimal supervision, manage own time effectively, maintain control over all current projects/responsibilities, follow up on all relevant issues, reliable and able to work under pressure. MUST HAVE SOLID PERSONAL INJURY LITIGATION EXPERIENCE. Inexperienced candidates will not be considered. Please do not apply if you cannot work independently. Salary DOE.

Litigation Paralegal Roles & Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities:

Case Management: Assist in managing a large caseload of personal injury cases, ensuring timely and efficient progress from intake through resolution.
Client Communication: Act as a point of contact for clients, providing updates, gathering information, and ensuring they feel supported throughout the legal process.
Document Preparation: Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, and other litigation documents.
Discovery: Manage document production, organize evidence, and coordinate with medical providers for records, bills, and statements.
Calendaring: Schedule and manage all critical deadlines, hearings, and trial dates in coordination with attorneys.
Legal Research: Conduct legal and factual research as needed to support case strategies.
Trial Preparation: Prepare trial binders, exhibit lists, witness lists, and coordinate trial logistics.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure cases are handled effectively and efficiently.

Day-to-Day Duties:

Opening cases in Trial Works.
Prepare, organize, and file documents and correspondence.
Request medical records and bills.
Conduct legal research.
Draft Summons and Complains, Motions, Pleadings, Discovery, Notices of Depositions, Notices of Hearings, Subpoenas, Request for Copies, Agreed Orders, etc.
Update and maintain internal databases.
Prepare witnesses and other materials for case preparation.
Organize relevant documents for attorney review and case preparation.
Trial prep.
Process invoices, check requests for medical facilities and vendors.
Correspondence with clients, doctors, experts, court reporters, opposing counsels, witnesses, courts etc.
Prepare and organize cases for depositions, hearings, mediations and trials.
In preparation for deposition advise client, hire court reporter, confirm deposition dates.
Prepare, draft and E-file all court documents.
Calendar deadlines and court dates, follow up on deadlines, maintain calendar, schedule events.
Heavy data entry.
Prepare and Settlement "Green" folders.

Litigation Paralegal Required Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
High attention to detail.
Resourceful research and analytical skills.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks.
Self-check and follow up .
Knowledge of E-filing and PACER.

Must be Detail-oriented and highly organized.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and professional demeanor.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to work independently, manage large workloads, and keep up with deadlines.
Ability to work under pressure and ability to follow up on your own tasks.

· Proficient computer skills, with an ability to quickly learn new functions and applications.

What Sets You Apart:

· Ability to deliver clear, concise and accurate messages to others verbally and in writing.

· Ability to establish priorities and objectives.

· Initiative to be able to take independent actions within a scope of authority and ask for, and offer, help when needed.

· Hard working, resourceful, and well-organized.

· Flexibility and willingness to work on a broad variety of matters.

· Positive attitude and commitment to professionalism is required.

· Excellent analytical skills, with a strong ability to manage caseload.

· Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment is critical.

· Accountability, dependability, integrity and a work ethic are keys to success in this position.

Company DescriptionWe are local Personal Injury/Maritime Law Firm with the global reach. Our firm is renowned within the community and across the globe. We are focusing on International Maritime Law, providing international and local clients with personalized legal services of the highest caliber. We are looking to expand our successful team with highly motivated, hardworking!!!! professionals who will grow with us. If you're passionate about personal injury law and want to be part of a supportive, impactful team, we’d love to hear from you!

Company Description

We are local Personal Injury/Maritime Law Firm with the global reach. Our firm is renowned within the community and across the globe. We are focusing on International Maritime Law, providing international and local clients with personalized legal services of the highest caliber. We are looking to expand our successful team with highly motivated, hardworking!!!! professionals who will grow with us. If you're passionate about personal injury law and want to be part of a supportive, impactful team, we’d love to hear from you!