Personal Injury Legal Assistant

Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Team environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Legal Assistant to join our busy team in Boca Raton, FL. You will manage a full caseload from intake through settlement in a fast-paced pre-litigation and litigation environment, advocating for injured clients.

The role requires strong knowledge of personal injury law, at least 1 year as a legal assistant and 2+ years as a paralegal in plaintiff firms, with excellent communication and organization.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of personal injury law and litigation procedures.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a legal assistant at a law firm.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience as a paralegal at a plaintiff's personal injury law firm (preferred).
• Experience handling auto accident, slip and fall, and/or premises liability claims.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency with case management software and Microsoft Office.
• Paralegal certificate or degree preferred, but not required with sufficient relevant experience.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of personal injury files from intake through settlement.
• Draft demand letters, pleadings, discovery requests/responses, and other litigation documents.
• Communicate directly with clients, medical providers, insurance adjusters, and opposing counsel.
• Order, organize, and summarize medical records and bills.
• Calculate damages, liens, and prepare settlement statements.
• Maintain case files and deadlines using firm case management software.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, exhibits, and witness coordination.
• Track statutes of limitations and ensure all deadlines are met.
• Coordinate with out of state counsel on matters around the country.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Organization

Client coordination

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tech proficiency

Litigation knowledge

Education

Paralegal certificate or degree

Formal legal education not required with relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management software

Job description

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Personal Injury Legal Assistant to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced pre-litigation and litigation environment and is passionate about advocating for injured clients.

What You'll Do

• Manage a full caseload of personal injury files from intake through settlement
• Draft demand letters, pleadings, discovery requests/responses, and other litigation documents
• Communicate directly with clients, medical providers, insurance adjusters, and opposing counsel
• Order, organize, and summarize medical records and bills
• Calculate damages, liens, and prepare settlement statements
• Maintain case files and deadlines using firm case management software
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, exhibits, and witness coordination
• Track statutes of limitations and ensure all deadlines are met
• Coordinate with out of state counsel on matters around the country

What We're Looking For

• Strong working knowledge of personal injury law and litigation procedures
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a legal assistant at a law firm
• Minimum 2+ years of experience as a paralegal at a plaintiff's personal injury law firm (preferred)
• Experience handling auto accident, slip and fall, and/or premises liability claims
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Proficiency with case management software and Microsoft Office
• Paralegal certificate or degree preferred, but not required with sufficient relevant experience
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) plan
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Opportunity for professional growth