Personal Injury Paralegal

Kenneth S. Nugent, P.C. - Attorneys at Law; Macon (GA); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

401(k) matching

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Kenneth S. Nugent PC in Macon, Georgia is seeking an experienced Senior Personal Injury Paralegal to join our team.

The ideal candidate will support attorneys with litigation tasks, draft pleadings, manage discovery, and coordinate trial preparation in a fast-paced environment. Applicants should have 2+ years of PI or defense litigation experience, paralegal certification or equivalent, and proficiency with MS Office and e-filing systems.

Formación

• 2+ years of litigation experience in a Personal Injury and/or Defense law firm setting.
• Associate’s, Bachelor’s degree, or Paralegal Certification (or experience in lieu).
• Strong research and drafting skills and ability to e-file pleadings.

Responsabilidades

• Draft legal documents including routine pleadings, motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; e-file motions and pleadings.
• Research and analyze statutes, regulations, legal articles, and judicial decisions; provide written analysis to attorneys.
• Prepare detailed summaries of discovery including depositions.
• Prepare detailed medical chronologies.
• Maintain attorney’s day‑to‑day calendar, including scheduling mediations, depositions, and other appointments.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date notes and media files in case management software.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to help drive the firm’s vision of providing superior services to our clients.

Conocimientos

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Discretion/confidentiality

Detail orientation

Educación

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal Certification

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

PACER

Odyssey

PeachCourt

Descripción del empleo

Kenneth S. Nugent PC is seeking experienced Senior Personal Injury Paralegals for our Macon, Georgia office. Come and join our team!

Responsibilities and Duties

• Draft legal documents including routine pleadings, motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; e-file motions and pleadings.
• Research and analyze statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provide written analysis to attorneys.
• Prepare detailed summaries of discovery including depositions.
• Prepare detailed medical chronologies.
• Maintain attorney’s day‑to‑day calendar, including scheduling mediations, depositions, and other appointments.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date notes and media files in case management software.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to help drive the firm’s vision of providing superior services to our clients.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time‑management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to function well in a high‑paced, at‑times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with e‑filing systems such as PACER, Odyssey, and PeachCourt.

Education and Experience

• Associate’s, Bachelor’s degree, or Paralegal Certification (or experience in lieu).
• 2+ years of litigation experience in a Personal Injury and/or Defense law firm setting.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

KSN is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to creating a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of our employees, and believe they are key to our success. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

Work Location

In person at our Macon, GA office

Ability to Relocate

Must be able to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work.