Paralegal

Job Juncture; Village of Westbury (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses based on performance

Health Insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Job Juncture in Westbury, NY seeks a Litigation Legal Assistant or Paralegal to support attorneys through intake to settlement or trial. You will work with clients, medical providers, and opposing counsel in-office on Long Island.

Responsibilities include drafting documents, managing case files, coordinating depositions, reviewing medical records, and preparing trial materials. Requires 4+ years in litigation support and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• 4+ years' experience as Litigation Legal Assistant or Paralegal.
• Must be able to work in office — 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.
• Request, review, and summarize medical records and bills.
• Communicate with clients to provide case updates and gather information.
• Track 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

Litigation support

Client coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

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