Paralegal

Joseph Michaels International; Village of Westbury (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to 75K

Bonuses

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Joseph Michaels International is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal (Plaintiff Side) to join our Westbury, NY office. The role supports attorneys from intake through settlement or trial, coordinating with clients, medical providers, and opposing counsel.

Responsibilities include drafting and filing documents, managing case files, scheduling depositions and IMEs, reviewing medical records, and assisting with lien resolutions and settlements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a paralegal in a personal injury law firm.
• Understanding of personal injury litigation, court procedures, and legal terminology.
• Proficiency in legal case management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Paralegal certificate or associate’s/bachelor’s degree preferred.

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.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Microsoft Office

Legal case management software

Exceptional organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Paralegal certificate or degree preferred

Tools

Legal case management software

Microsoft Word/Excel

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Personal Injury Paralegal (Plaintiff Side) to join its legal team in their Westbury, NY Office. The ideal candidate will support attorneys in all phases of personal injury cases, from intake through settlement or trial. This role requires the ability work with clients, medical providers, and opposing counsel.

Main 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.

Main Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience as a paralegal in a personal injury law firm.
• Understanding of personal injury litigation, court procedures, and legal terminology.
• Proficiency in legal case management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Paralegal certificate or associate’s/bachelor’s degree preferred.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary (up to 75K) and commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonuses
• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities