Personal Injury Paralegal

Australia-Employment; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with 4% company match

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a permanent Personal Injury Paralegal in Raleigh, NC. The role requires a bilingual English and Spanish candidate with at least 5 years of PI paralegal experience.

You will manage case setups, filings, and trial preparation while supporting attorneys with research, evidence gathering, and client communications. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a personal injury paralegal.
• Proven experience in case management, litigation support, and client interactions.
• Proficiency in drafting and editing legal documents.
• Familiarity with legal software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage personal injury cases from inception through resolution, including case setup and filing documents.
• Provide litigation support to attorneys, including research, evidence gathering, and preparing arguments.
• Interact with clients to gather case details and update them on progress.
• Ensure compliance in all case management activities and maintain accurate files.
• Utilize legal software for efficient case management and documentation.
• Draft, proofread, and edit pleadings, discovery requests, and settlements.
• Prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Apply critical thinking to identify and resolve complex legal issues.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive client information.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Excellent communication

Time management

Organization

Attention to detail

Education

Paralegal certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal software

Case management software

Job description

Personal Injury Paralegal

$60000 - $75000 per year | Raleigh, NC | On-site | Permanent

MUST be bilingual in English & Spanish!

A bit about us:

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Permanent Personal Injury Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a strong work ethic, excellent attention to detail, and a proven track record in managing personal injury cases. This role demands a deep understanding of the legal industry, a passion for justice, and a commitment to client service. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting our attorneys in personal injury litigation, ensuring compliance with legal regulations, and maintaining effective client relationships.

Why join us?

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance & more!
• 401(k) with 4% company match

Job Details

Responsibilities:

1. Manage personal injury cases from inception through resolution, including case setup, drafting and filing legal documents, and trial preparation.
2. Provide comprehensive litigation support to attorneys, including legal research, gathering and analyzing evidence, and preparing legal arguments.
3. Interact directly with clients to gather case details, update them on case progress, and address their queries and concerns in a professional and timely manner.
4. Ensure legal compliance in all case management activities and maintain accurate case files and records.
5. Utilize legal software for efficient case management and documentation.
6. Draft, proofread, and edit a variety of legal documents, including pleadings, discovery requests, and settlement agreements.
7. Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
8. Apply critical thinking skills to identify, analyze, and resolve complex legal issues.
9. Maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion in handling sensitive client information.

Qualifications:

1. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a personal injury paralegal.
2. Proven experience in case management, litigation support, legal compliance, and client interaction.
3. Proficiency in drafting and editing legal documents.
4. Strong knowledge of legal software and Microsoft Office Suite.
5. Exceptional time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
6. Excellent critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
7. Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
8. A paralegal certification from an accredited program is preferred.
9. Familiarity with the laws and regulations pertaining to personal injury cases.
10. Proven ability to maintain professionalism and demonstrate empathy when interacting with clients who may be in distress.
11. High degree of professional ethics and integrity.
12. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.