Paralegal

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Village of Westbury (NY); Hybride; USD 72 000 - 88 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Medical & Dental Insurance

Retirement plan

Résumé du poste

Htprof is seeking an experiencedLitigation Legal Assistant or Paralegal to support attorneys in all phases of personal injury cases from intake through settlement or trial. You will work in the office in Westbury, Long Island, collaborating with clients, medical providers, and opposing counsel.

The role emphasizes drafting and filing legal documents, managing case files, and coordinating depositions and court appearances.

Qualifications

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

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Client communication

Case management

Document drafting

Formation

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Description du poste

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