Litigation Paralegal

Silicon Valley Recruiting LLC; Tampa (FL); Remote; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa-based personal injury law firm seeks a seasoned Plaintiff-Side Personal Injury Paralegal for a fully remote role serving Florida clients. You will manage cases from intake through settlement or trial, draft pleadings and discovery, and coordinate medical records, liens, and client communications with attorneys and insurers.

Ideal candidates have strong organization, detail orientation, and the ability to multitask across multiple cases in a remote environment while maintaining excellent

Qualifications

• Experience as a plaintiff-side personal injury paralegal.
• Knowledge of Florida personal injury claims, litigation procedures, and court deadlines.
• Ability to independently manage multiple active cases and competing priorities.
• Proficiency with MS Office and legal case management software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage plaintiff-side personal injury cases from intake through settlement, litigation, or trial.
• Maintain organized case files, monitor case progress, and ensure deadlines are met.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing updates and assisting with case-related questions.
• Communicate regularly with medical providers, insurance companies, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Coordinate medical treatment documentation, records requests, and case-related correspondence.
• Maintain accurate and current information in the firm's case management system.
• Draft and prepare pleadings, discovery requests/responses, and other litigation documents.
• Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, and other case-related proceedings.

Skills

Legal drafting

Case management

Remote work

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management software

Job description

Location: Remote – Florida (Law Firm Based in Tampa, FL)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Practice Area: Plaintiff-Side Personal Injury Litigation
Work Arrangement: 100% Remote – Florida Residents Only

Position Overview

Our client, an established personal injury law firm based in Tampa, Florida, is seeking an experienced Plaintiff-Side Personal Injury Paralegal to join its growing legal team.

This is a fully remote opportunity open to qualified candidates residing anywhere in Florida. The ideal candidate has a strong background in plaintiff-side personal injury cases and can independently manage a caseload while supporting attorneys throughout the pre-litigation and litigation process.

The successful candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining excellent communication with clients, attorneys, insurance adjusters, medical providers, and opposing counsel.

Key Responsibilities

Case Management & Client Communication

• Manage plaintiff-side personal injury cases from initial intake through settlement, litigation, or trial.
• Maintain organized case files, monitor case progress, and ensure deadlines are met.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing updates and assisting with case-related questions.
• Communicate regularly with medical providers, insurance companies, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Coordinate medical treatment documentation, records requests, and case-related correspondence.
• Maintain accurate and current information in the firm's case management system.

Pre-Litigation & Settlement Support

• Request, review, and organize medical records, medical bills, liens, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare demand packages and settlement-related correspondence.
• Assist attorneys with case evaluations, damages documentation, and settlement preparation.
• Communicate with insurance adjusters regarding claims, documentation, and settlement status.
• Track outstanding records, treatment updates, and other information necessary to advance cases.
• Prepare settlement documents and assist with case resolution and closing procedures.

Litigation Support

• Draft and prepare pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, and other litigation documents.
• Assist attorneys with document production, discovery management, and litigation preparation.
• Monitor court deadlines, filing requirements, and litigation calendars.
• Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, and other case-related proceedings.
• Organize exhibits, evidence, medical records, and supporting materials for trial preparation.
• Assist attorneys throughout the litigation process, including trial preparation and case resolution.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience as a plaintiff-side personal injury paralegal.
• Strong understanding of Florida personal injury claims, litigation procedures, and court deadlines.
• Experience handling both pre-litigation and litigation matters.
• Familiarity with medical records, insurance claims, demand packages, discovery, and settlement procedures.
• Ability to independently manage multiple active cases and competing priorities.
• Strong legal drafting, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with attorneys and legal support professionals in a remote environment.
• Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and commitment to client service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing personal injury cases from intake through settlement or trial.
• Familiarity with Florida state court procedures and electronic filing systems.
• Experience coordinating depositions, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, medical billing, and personal injury damages documentation.
• Experience working in a fast-paced plaintiff-side personal injury law firm.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• 100% Remote: Work from anywhere in Florida while supporting a Tampa-based law firm.
• Meaningful Casework: Support injured clients throughout the personal injury claims and litigation process.
• Full Case Lifecycle Exposure: Work on cases from initial intake through settlement or trial.
• Independent Responsibility: Manage cases, coordinate legal processes, and contribute directly to successful case outcomes.
• Collaborative Legal Team: Work closely with attorneys and other legal professionals in a remote environment.

All applications and inquiries will be handled confidentially.