Paralegal

Manchin Injury Law Group, PLLC; Fairmont (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Long term disability

Job summary

A legal firm in Fairmont, West Virginia is seeking a Paralegal to support their plaintiff litigation practice. The ideal candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills, meticulous organizational abilities, and a proactive approach in managing case files and client relations. Key responsibilities include organizing case files, coordinating medical records, assisting with legal documentation, and filing in court systems. Competitive benefits such as health insurance and 401(k) are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are required.
• Proficiency in communication skills for effective liaison with clients and attorneys.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain case files.
• Gather, organize, and manage medical records and bills.
• Draft and review correspondence and pleadings.
• Assist attorneys with case preparation.
• File documents in State and Federal court systems.
• Handle administrative tasks such as managing calendars and scheduling appointments.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Meticulous organization

Ability to work independently

Initiative on tasks

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Specialized software for case management

Job description

Manchin Injury Law Group is seeking applicants for a paralegal in a plaintiff litigation practice. The paralegal will serve as a liaison between attorneys, clients, experts, insurance adjusters, and opposing counsel. The position requires meticulous organization, along with excellent written and verbal communications skills. The paralegal will develop and maintain a positive relationship with clients to ensure a case is worked up in a proper and timely manner. The ability to work independently and take initiative on tasks and projects is vital. The applicant must have the ability to utilize specialized software for case management, in addition to working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Excel.

Job duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Organize and maintain case files
• Gather, organize and manage medical records and bills
• Draft and review correspondence and pleadings
• Assist attorneys with case preparation
• File documents in the State and Federal court systems
• Handle administrative tasks such as managing calendars, scheduling appointments, answering phone calls and case filing

Benefits Offered

• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Long term disability