Litigation Paralegal

Parker, Nelson and Associates; Nevada; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker, Nelson and Associates is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to provide overall support to attorneys, manage client needs, and maintain professional client service. The ideal candidate will possess a paralegal certificate and demonstrate strong organization, attention to detail, and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities include managing case dockets, drafting disclosures, coordinating with medical providers and insurance representatives, and assisting in discovery and trial preparation for

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate is required for applicants.
• Strong organization and keen attention to detail are essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively and provide excellent client service.

Responsibilities

• Handle a docket of cases and work well in a multitasking environment.
• Review case management plans from attorneys for every client.
• Send letters of representation to insurance companies and providers.
• Order and obtain medical records and bills.
• Communicate with medical providers and insurance representatives to support clients.
• Identify key medical records in PI cases when applicable.
• Obtain police reports and property damage information as needed.
• Maintain and organize litigation files and medical records.
• Review court orders and prepare deadline summaries for filings.
• Keep clients updated and serve as a primary contact for the attorney team.
• Assist with drafting and responding to discovery and document production.
• Assist in trial preparation, including exhibits and binders.

Skills

Legal communication

Client service

Organization

Education

Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Timeslips

Medical Records Systems

Job description

Job Description

We are seekinga Litigation Paralegalto become apart of our team!You will provideoverall support to attorneys' business needs.The right candidate should be able to communicate effectively and possess strong client service instincts.We are looking for someone with a professional demeanor, excellent organization, keen attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task and prioritize workload

All Applicants Must Possess A Paralegal Certificate.

Full Responsibilities Include:

• 1. Handle a docket of cases and work well in a multi-tasking environment.
• 2. Review and follow the detailed Case Management Plan from the attorney for every client.
• 3. Send out letter of representation to insurance companies, health care providers, Medicare and Medicaid, etc.
• 4. Order and obtain medical records & bills.
• 5. Communicate with medical providers, insurance representatives and others in support of our clients and the firm.
• 6. Identify key medical records on a regular basis. (PI cases only)
• 7. Order and obtain Police Reports.
• 8. Obtain complete property damage information and photographs if missing.
• 9. Maintain and organize files with particular emphasis on the organization of medical records and bills and litigation files.
• 10. Review all Court Orders and enter all deadlines for filings if needed and prepare Deadline Summary Sheet.
• 11. Get to know your client through consistent verbal and written communications. You are the primary contact for the client but the Attorneys will be part of that as well.
• 12. Communicate with front desk regarding reserving conference rooms.
• 13. Keep your client up to date – they want to know what is going on and should be kept up to date. (PI cases only)
• 14. Draft Lien Letters.
• 15. Develop positive, honest, cooperative working relationships with third parties, insurance representatives and opposing law offices.
• 16. Prepare Initial and Expert Disclosures for review.
• 17. Prepare NRCP 16.1 Disclosures and Supplements thereto.
• 18. Prepare Initial Appearance Fee Disclosure (IAFD) and NRCP 7.1 Disclosure Statement.
• 19. Assist with drafting and responding to discovery and coordinate in the preparation of and responding to written discovery including document production.
• 20. Proactively prepare matters for Final Distribution by tracking all the costs related to the matter in Timeslips (i.e. filing fees, copying fees, runner fees, certified mail, FedEx, and all other vendor expenses), and obtaining balance confirmations.
• 21. Assist in Trial preparation. Compile trial exhibits, create trial exhibit lists and prepare trial binders.
• 22. Monitor medical payments coverage to maximize the benefit for the client.
• 23. Prepare Deposition Notices, Subpoenas, Subpoena Duces Tecum, Notice of Entry of Orders.
• 24. Negotiate reductions in medical bills and liens.
• 25. Develop impairment damages for your client.
• 26. Learn about medicine and medical diagnostics and procedures.
• 27. Contact Insurance Companies to set up claims.
• 28. Order, obtain and routinely follow up on medical records and bills.
• 29.