Litigation Paralegal

Griffith Law Group PLLC; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Medical insurance

401k retirement plan

Quarterly in-office rewards

Vacation

Job summary

Griffith Law Group PLLC in Franklin, TN seeks a Litigation Paralegal to support personal injury litigation. The role focuses on case setup, client communications, document management, and drafting legal pleadings. You will work closely with attorneys to prepare for depositions and trials.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of PI experience, strong communication, empathy, and a collaborative approach. This is a full-time position supporting multiple offices including Franklin, Cool Springs,

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of personal injury experience required.

Responsibilities

• Set up cases in the case management system and gather documents.
• Lead client contact; provide status updates every 30 days.
• Request and review medical bills/records; keep organized folders.
• Scan and file correspondence, photos, and pleadings.
• Draft demand letters, complaints, and discovery responses.
• Coordinate service of process and file lawsuits or motions.
• Schedule depositions and coordinate with attorneys, doctors, and clients.

Skills

Phone etiquette

Communication

Productive mindset

Quick learner

Empathy

Enthusiastic

Team player

Job description

Job Description

GriffithLaw is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join our growing team. We are looking for a warm, good-hearted person who aligns with our core values: Honesty and Integrity, Excellent Client Communication, Superior Legal Service, and Team-First Attitude. Please note we are looking for applicants to fill all our offices: Cool Springs, Murfreesboro, and Clarksville!

We are looking for someone motivated to help people and learn the ins and outs of personal injury litigation. LOCATION: Franklin, TN

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2-3 years of personal injury experience required

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Exceptional phone etiquette
• Great communication skills
• Productive mentality
• Ability to catch on quickly
• Sympathy and empathy
• Considerate and enthusiastic personality
• A team player mindset

JOB DUTIES:

• Set up case in case management system including but not limited to setting up claims, sending out letters of representation, requesting first round of medical bills and records, investigating incident, and instructing client on the next steps of the case. Request any other documents (police report, dash cam/body cam, surveillance video) necessary.
• Lead point of contact for client. Communicate with client at least every 30 days regarding treatment status, case status, and obtaining necessary documents.
• Request medical bills/records. Review medical bills/records for completion and issues. Keep bills/records organized in an electronic folder.
• Scan, download and save all correspondence, photos, records, bills, documents, and pleadings in specific folders.
• Work with insurance company adjuster on case status, and negotiations. Draft demand letters and track all offers and demands. Update client on status of negotiations and potential case value/net settlement.
• Set up subrogation claims. Verify final subrogation balances and request reductions. Verify medical balances and negotiate liens. Request operating checks and mail out payment and correspondence to providers. Request settlement checks and complete all settlement procedure items.
• Answer phones and speak with potential new clients, clients, adjusters, medical providers, and attorney. Answer questions as you are able, and relay messages to the attorney for additional information. If necessary, complete intakes and schedule potential new client meetings.
• Draft demand letter, complaints, discovery to defendants and discovery responses from plaintiffs. Draft mediation statements, motions, orders, petitions and other legal documents. Review all legal documents as necessary and present them to the attorney for review and possible next steps.
• Coordinate service of process via process server, certified mail, or commissioner of insurance. Track service date and update case management system.
• File lawsuits, motions, orders, and other legal documents via electronic portals or physical court locations.
• Research specific issues and prepare presentations for training as necessary.
• Coordinate with attorneys, doctors, and clients to schedule depositions, meetings, mediations, and trials. Schedule pre-deposition meetings with client and set up Zoom link.

• The salary for this full-time position is adequate with experience and ranges from $75,000 to $90,000. Benefits offered include bonus opportunities, medical insurance, 401k retirement plan, quarterly in-office reward events, and vacation