Personal Injury Litigation Legal Assistant

Pemberton Injury Law Firm; Baraboo (WI); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Discretionary bonus opportunities

Retirement plan with employer match

Ongoing training and professional dev

Job summary

Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm in Wisconsin is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys, move cases through the litigation process, and provide compassionate client service. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling a high-volume caseload while meeting deadlines and communicating clearly with clients, medical providers, and opposing counsel.

We offer in-office, hybrid, or fully remote work options for Wisconsin applicants, with technology and

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and case responsibilities effectively.
• Excellent legal writing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, compassionate, and empathetic approach when working with clients navigating difficult or stressful situations.
• Ability to manage a high volume of casework while maintaining accuracy, quality, and responsiveness in a fast-paced team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• At least two (2) years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Senior Case Manager, preferably in a personal injury law firm.
• Personal injury litigation experience is strongly preferred; however, candidates with civil litigation experience are encouraged to apply.
• Experience with legal case management software, such as Filevine, Clio, or MyCase, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage personal injury cases from intake through litigation, settlement, or trial preparation.
• Maintain case calendars and monitor statutory, discovery, court, and litigation deadlines.
• Draft and format pleadings, discovery, correspondence, and other case-related documents.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, exhibit organization, witness coordination, and courtroom logistics as needed.
• Conduct basic research and organize medical records, billing, insurance information, deposition transcripts, and other case materials.
• Prepare clients and case materials for depositions, mediations, hearings, and other litigation events.
• Communicate with clients, medical providers, experts, opposing counsel, and insurance adjusters throughout the litigation process.
• Schedule depositions, mediations, hearings, client appointments, and other meetings while maintaining organized case files.
• Assist attorneys and the legal team with general case and office support as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Legal writing

Verbal communication

MS Office

Litigation experience

Case management

Filevine

Clio

MyCase

Tools

Filevine

Clio

MyCase

Job description

Tired of feeling undervalued?

We’re looking for a Legal Assistant who wants to be part of a team where hard work, teamwork, and client care are genuinely appreciated.

Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm Named 2025 Best Places to Work: Law Firms!

Work Your Way: In-Office, Hybrid, or Fully Remote (For Wisconsin Applicants Only)

About the Role

Ready to play a critical role in helping injured clients navigate the litigation process and secure the justice they deserve?

Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm is growing and looking for a dedicated, organized Litigation Legal Assistant to join our team. This role provides an opportunity to support attorneys, keep litigation matters moving, and make a meaningful difference for clients.

We are looking for a proactive self-starter who is reliable, motivated, detail-oriented, and takes ownership of their work. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing a high-volume caseload while providing compassionate and responsive service to clients.

Why Legal Assistants Choose Pemberton

• Apositive, upbeat workplacewith a high-energy team.
• Opportunities forprofessional growthand meaningful work with real impact.
• A culture that celebrates wins, supports its people, and puts clients first.
• Meaningful work helping clients who have been injured in an accident.
• Flexible work options with a firm that values results, communication, and accountability.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced, caring attorneys and legal professionals.

What You Will Do

You will work closely with attorneys and the legal team to manage personal injury cases through litigation. You will help keep cases organized, deadlines on track, clients informed, and the team prepared for each stage of a case.

• Manage a high volume of personal injury cases from intake through litigation, settlement, or trial preparation.
• Maintain case calendars and monitor statutory, discovery, court, and litigation deadlines.
• Draft and format pleadings, discovery, correspondence, and other case-related documents.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, exhibit organization, witness coordination, and courtroom logistics as needed.
• Conduct basic research and organize medical records, billing, insurance information, deposition transcripts, and other case materials.
• Prepare clients and case materials for depositions, mediations, hearings, and other litigation events.
• Communicate with clients, medical providers, experts, opposing counsel, and insurance adjusters throughout the litigation process.
• Schedule depositions, mediations, hearings, client appointments, and other meetings while maintaining organized case files.
• Assist attorneys and the legal team with general case and office support as needed.

What We Are Looking For

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and case responsibilities effectively.
• Excellent legal writing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, compassionate, and empathetic approach when working with clients navigating difficult or stressful situations.
• Ability to manage a high volume of casework while maintaining accuracy, quality, and responsiveness in a fast-paced team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• At least two (2) years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Senior Case Manager, preferably in a personal injury law firm.
• Personal injury litigation experience is strongly preferred; however, candidates with civil litigation experience are encouraged to apply.
• Experience with legal case management software, such as Filevine, Clio, or MyCase, is preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Discretionary bonus opportunities
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Ongoing training and professional development

Work Locations

• Madison, WI
• Eau Claire, WI
• Sun Prairie, WI
• Baraboo, WI (Main Office)
• In-Office, Hybrid or fully remote (For Wisconsin applicants only)
  • Technology and equipment provided for hybrid and remote employees
• Job Type:Full-Time, 40 Hours Per Week
  • 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

Remote employees must be available for in-person meetings, training, firm events, court-related needs, or other business needs when required.

Ready to fight for justice with the Pemberton Law Firm team?

If you are an organized, driven legal assistant who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of injured clients, we want to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.