Experienced Personal Injury Paralegal: Growth & Mentorship

Berry Law: Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Lawyers; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus structures

401(k)

Insurance

Paid time off

Community involvement

Job summary

Berry Law is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal to support attorneys across active personal injury cases. You will conduct client consultations, gather evidence, and help prepare pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.

The role requires 3+ years of paralegal experience, knowledge of the legal process, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal software. In-person work at our Lincoln or Omaha offices is expected with a focus on organized case management and effective client

Qualifications

• 3+ years of paralegal or legal support experience, preferably in personal injury
• Advanced knowledge of the legal process and strong understanding of the legal industry
• Paralegal certification preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related legal software

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial client consultations and gather information to support personal injury claims
• Collect and organize evidence including medical records, police reports, and witness statements
• Assist in the preparation of legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests
• Communicate professionally with clients, insurance adjusters, medical providers, and all parties involved in a case
• Track deadlines and ensure all necessary paperwork is filed accurately and on time
• Assist in the preparation of settlement demand packages and support negotiations with insurance companies
• Maintain organized, up-to-date case files and ensure all client communications are thoroughly documented
• Provide comprehensive support to attorneys including scheduling, calendar management, and case coordination
• Prepare trial notebooks and assist with all aspects of trial preparation
• Mentor and train Legal Assistants on administrative tasks and firm procedures

Skills

Paralegal experience

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Paralegal certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal software

Job description

Berry Law is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal to support attorneys across active personal injury cases. You will conduct client consultations, gather evidence, and help prepare pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.

The role requires 3+ years of paralegal experience, knowledge of the legal process, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal software. In-person work at our Lincoln or Omaha offices is expected with a focus on organized case management and effective client