Litigation Paralegal

Kisling, Nestico & Redick, LLC (KNR); Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kisling, Nestico & Redick, LLC (KNR) in Dayton, OH seeks a Litigation Paralegal to support assigned attorneys with case investigation, factual research, and document preparation. You will manage cases, coordinate with clients, and ensure timely communications while maintaining thorough records.

The role requires 3-5 years of relevant experience and a Paralegal certificate; a High School Diploma or GED is required, and a Bachelor's degree is preferred. This is an in-office, M-F position in Ohio.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3-5 years relevant work experience required.
• Paralegal certificate required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and research facts and prepare documents to support the assigned attorney.
• Manage cases accurately and communicate with clients and attorney in a timely manner.
• Obtain, review, and organize medical records; assist with insurance coverage investigations.
• Prepare damage summaries including medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage.
• Draft correspondence and assist with settlement documentation and disbursements.
• Balance verifications and assist with subrogation lien resolution.
• Provide support for team members in the absence of others.
• Meet attendance and performance goals.

Skills

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Legal procedures

English grammar

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Description

The Litigation Paralegal position is responsible for investigating and researching facts and preparing documents to assist and support their assigned attorney. Responsibilities include accurate management of cases and timely communication with clients and attorney.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Case Management
• Obtain, review, and organize medical records
• Insurance coverage investigation
• Prepare, calculate, and maintain damage summaries including medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage
• Log daily mail
• Prepare and forward medical records to insurance carriers
• Draft correspondence necessary for case management
• Balance verifications and assist with subrogation lien resolution
• Prepare check requests, maintain check records, and mail checks
• Assist attorney with settlement documentation and disbursements
• Prepare disbursement summaries
• Communication
• Consistent and regular communication with clients regarding case status
• Weekly reports
• Monthly team meetings
• Provide support for other team members in their absence
• Meet/exceed goals
• Regular, consistent, punctual attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Skills:

• Highly proficient in MS Outlook, Word and Excel
• Legal practices and procedures.
• Business practices. Standard clerical and general office administration procedures.
• High command of English grammar, usage, punctuation, and spelling.
• Use of computers and related software applications.
• Research procedures.
• Procedures for preparing legal documentation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 3-5 years relevant work experience required
• Paralegal certificate required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• This position is based in office, M-F

Kisling, Nestico & Redick is an Equal Opportunity Employer