Paralegal

MDS Staffing; Village of Westbury (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to $80K + bonus

Medical & Dental Insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Top Echelon LLC seeks a Personal Injury Paralegal (Plaintiff Side) to support attorneys from intake through settlement or trial. The role requires coordinating with clients, medical providers, and opposing counsel to keep cases moving forward.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree or equivalent and at least 4 years of litigation paralegal experience, with an in-office requirement in Westbury, Long Island. Competitive compensation up to $80K plus bonuses and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required.
• 4+ years' experience as Litigation Legal Assistant or Paralegal.
• In-office role located in Westbury, Long Island.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and file legal documents including complaints, discovery responses, subpoenas, motions, and settlement agreements.
• Manage case files and maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation.
• Coordinate and schedule depositions, IMEs, and court appearances.
• Review medical records and bills.
• Communicate with clients to provide case updates.
• Track case deadlines and ensure timely filings.
• Prepare trial notebooks, exhibits, and materials for hearings and trials.
• Assist with negotiating and finalizing lien resolutions and settlements.

Skills

Legal document drafting

Case management

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Personal Injury Paralegal (Plaintiff Side)

The ideal candidate will support attorneys in all phases of personal injury cases, from intake through settlement or trial. This role requires the ability to work with clients, medical providers, and opposing counsel.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and file legal documents including complaints, discovery responses, subpoenas, motions, and settlement agreements.
• Manage case files and maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation.
• Coordinate and schedule depositions, independent medical examinations (IMEs), and court appearances.
• Request, review, and summarize medical records and bills.
• Communicate with clients to provide case updates and gather necessary information.
• Track case deadlines and ensure timely filings.
• Prepare trial notebooks, exhibits, and other materials for hearings and trials.
• Assist with negotiating and finalizing lien resolutions and settlements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• 4+ years' as Litigation Legal Assistant or Paralegal
• Must be able to work In office - Westbury, Long Island

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive salary (up to $80K plus bonus - commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonuses
• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Retirement plan