Paralegal - Maternity Coverage | Case Management Pro

The TemPositions Group of Companies; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, prescription

401(k)

Employee assistance

Childcare assistance

Paid holidays

Longevity bonuses

Job summary

The TemPositions Group of Companies is seeking a skilled Paralegal for a short-term maternity coverage position in New Jersey. You will serve as a vital link between clients, attorneys, and external parties, maintaining meticulous case management files and drafting essential documents.

The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, excels in a fast-paced environment, and can work independently to manage multiple deadlines, including handling medical records and e-filing with courts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant (experience in Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation, or Medical Malpractice is highly preferred).
• Strong familiarity with legal document preparation, discovery processes, and court e-filing systems.
• Exceptional organizational skills with a sharp eye for detail and data accuracy.
• Compassionate yet professional communication style when dealing with clients under stress.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple administrative deadlines seamlessly.

Responsibilities

• Client Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, fielding legal questions, obtaining health updates, and clearly conveying attorney directions.
• Case Management: Maintain and update comprehensive case files, including contact information, medical history, case status, and detailed phone logs.
• Document Preparation: Draft and prepare correspondence, standard forms, pleadings, motions, and discovery documents (such as Interrogatory Answers), and handle e-filing with the courts.
• Records Coordination: Order and review medical records, billing statements, and Medicare/Medicaid lien reports, following up diligently as needed.
• Expert Scheduling: Coordinate permanency examinations with medical experts and compile neat, comprehensive documentation packets for their review.
• Professional Communication: Interact effectively and professionally with clients, insurance adjusters, opposing counsel, and court personnel.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Legal document prep

Discovery processes

E-filing systems

Organizational skills

Client communication

Independent work

Job description

The TemPositions Group of Companies is seeking a skilled Paralegal for a short-term maternity coverage position in New Jersey. You will serve as a vital link between clients, attorneys, and external parties, maintaining meticulous case management files and drafting essential documents.

The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, excels in a fast-paced environment, and can work independently to manage multiple deadlines, including handling medical records and e-filing with courts.