Litigation Paralegal

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Job Summary
Location
New York ,NY 10261
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
03 Jan 2025
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Job Description

The ideal team members have at least 3 years of plaintiff's personal injury experience and experience handling a large case load. This is a fast-paced and high-volume position.


Paralegal Responsibilities:

Interacts with the client regularly (at least once every 45 days) to ensure the client is kept abreast of events and is informed of case progress

Handles client inquiries about case status or refers legal questions to the associate attorney assigned to the case

Handling cases from inception to trial and/or resolution

Drafts basic discovery demands/responses and other form pleadings and documents

Performs the electronic filing and service of pleadings

Responsible for ensuring compliance with Court Orders, discovery deadlines and Statutes of Limitations

Prepares/responds to correspondence to and from clients, insurance carriers, providers, etc.

Requesting, following up on and reviewing medical records

Maintains utmost professional standards towards the Firm and its clients

Demonstrates a willingness to take on new tasks with a general attitude that no task is too small, impossible, or cannot be improved


Paralegal Requirements:

Prior law firm experience in a litigation paralegal position required

Knowledge of the litigation process

Experience with writing & reviewing discovery, motions, and other legal documents

Knowledge of the Court's electronic filing systems

Strong customer service skills

Excellent communication skills

Highly organized, efficient and proactive with an attention to detail

Experience using SmartAdvocate a plus, but not required

Schedule: Monday to Friday 9AM to 5PM or 8AM to 4PM

Bilingual, preferably Spanish, is a plus but is not required


Benefits:

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental Leave

Generous PTO package

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