Litigation Paralegal

Haley Stuart Group; West Windsor (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Haley Stuart Group is partnering with a well-established personal injury and employment law firm in Plainsboro, New Jersey, to recruit a Litigation Paralegal who will support a busy litigation practice.

The ideal candidate has at least four years of experience handling personal injury and/or employment law matters, is proficient with MS Office and case management systems, and demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills to coordinate with clients and counsel.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of personal injury litigation and/or employment law experience in a law firm setting.
• Strong technical proficiency with MS Office and case management systems.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys through all phases of personal injury litigation, including pre-suit, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and post-trial matters.
• Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, motions, demand letters, and correspondence.
• Review medical records
• Manage and maintain organized case files (electronic and physical)
• Communicate professionally with clients, medical providers, insurance companies, experts, and opposing counsel
• Schedule court dates and maintain and update attorney calendars
• Assist with depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation, including exhibits and witness coordination

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Tools

MS Office

Case Management Systems

Job description

We are partnering with a well‑established personal injury and employment law firm in the Plainsboro, New Jersey area known for its collaborative firm culture.

As the firm continues to expand, they are seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join their team and play a key role in supporting a busy and successful litigation practice.

Candidates must have at least 4 years of prior experience supporting attorneys with personal injury and/or employment law cases.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Supportive, team-oriented culture with strong tenure and low turnover
• Leadership that is accessible, collaborative, and invested in mentorship
• A firm that genuinely values work-life balance and employee well-being

Litigation Paralegal key responsibilities are:

• Support attorneys through all phases of personal injury litigation, including pre-suit, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and post-trial matters
• Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, motions, demand letters, and correspondence
• Review medical records
• Manage and maintain organized case files (electronic and physical)
• Communicate professionally with clients, medical providers, insurance companies, experts, and opposing counsel
• Schedule court dates and maintain and update attorney calendars
• Assist with depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation, including exhibits and witness coordination

Litigation Paralegal requirements are:

• Minimum of 4 years of personal injury litigation and/or employment law experience in a law firm setting
• Strong technical proficiency with MS Office and case management systems
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills