Litigation Paralegal

WizeHire, Inc; Jacksonville, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Monthly bonus potential

Job summary

WizeHire, Inc. in Jacksonville, FL, seeks a paralegal to support two attorneys through discovery, mediation, and trial preparation on plaintiffs' personal injury matters.

Within 90 days, you will independently manage active litigation files, coordinate discovery deadlines, and prepare attorneys for hearings and mediations. Responsibilities include drafting complaints, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements; conducting legal research; coordinating with clients, medical

Qualifications

• Proven paralegal experience required.
• Experience drafting legal documents and pleadings.
• Knowledge of personal injury litigation procedures and related laws.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling case documents.
• Proficiency in case management software, legal research tools, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication skills to interact with clients, attorneys, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with all phases of personal injury litigation, including pre-trial and trial activities.
• Conduct legal research and gather evidence to support case strategies.
• Draft and prepare documents such as complaints, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements.
• File and manage legal documents in court and meet deadlines.
• Coordinate with clients, medical professionals, and witnesses for information and documentation.
• Review and summarize medical records and case-related documents.
• Assist in discovery responses and manage discovery processes.
• Prepare case files and exhibits for depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Maintain and update case management systems with case details and correspondence.
• Communicate case updates to clients and schedule appointments.
• Support trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and trial notebooks.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Legal drafting

Personal injury litigation

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Legal research tools

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Case management software

Legal research tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

You'll support two attorneys through discovery, mediation, and trial preparation on plaintiffs' personal injury matters. Within 90 days, you'll independently manage active litigation files, coordinate discovery deadlines, and prepare attorneys for hearings and mediations. We value collaboration and teamwork while also providing flexibility for experienced professionals.

• Assist attorneys with all phases of personal injury litigation, including pre-trial preparation, trial, and post-trial activities.
• Conduct legal research and gather evidence to support case strategies, including medical records, accident reports, and witness statements.
• Draft and prepare legal documents such as complaints, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements.
• File and manage legal documents in court and ensure compliance with all procedural deadlines and requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, medical professionals, and expert witnesses to obtain necessary information and documentation.
• Review and summarize medical records, accident reports, and other case-related documents.
• Assist in the preparation of discovery responses and manage the discovery process, including organizing and reviewing evidence.
• Prepare case files and exhibits for depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Maintain and update case management systems with case details, deadlines, and correspondence.
• Communicate with clients to provide updates on case status, schedule appointments, and address any questions or concerns.
• Support attorneys in trial preparation, including organizing trial exhibits and preparing trial notebooks.

Proven experience as a paralegal.

Experience drafting legal documents and pleadings.

Knowledge of personal injury litigation procedures and familiarity with relevant laws and regulations.

Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling case-related documents and information.

Proficiency in using case management software, legal research tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, attorneys, and other stakeholders.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Strong sense of confidentiality and ability to exercise sound judgment.

Ability to work under pressure/deadlines and to perform multiple tasks simultaneously; self-motivated.

Outstanding time-management and typing skills.

Compensation

$65,000 - $75,000 DOE with high bonus potential

Looking for a job you'll love? Work with us! We’re a fast-growing personal injury law firm based in Jacksonville, Florida, and we’re proud to have been recently named among Jacksonville’s Best Places to Work by the Jacksonville Business Journal. Our mission is to deliver the highest level of legal service to people navigating some of the hardest moments in their lives.

Our commitment goes beyond winning cases; it’s about standing alongside clients, guiding them through the complex legal, medical, and insurance maze so they can focus on healing and building a better tomorrow. With offices in Nocatee, Southside, and Downtown Jacksonville, we’ve built a high-performance team united by a deep commitment to justice, excellence, and putting clients first. We offer competitive pay, top-tier medical insurance, a 401(k) with matching, paid time off, monthly bonus potential, and much more. We promote inclusion, collaboration, flexibility, and a positive team culture.