Personal Injury Paralegal

Brandon J. Broderick; River Edge (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance including Dental and

Vision

Paid Time Off

Robust Holiday Schedule

Summer Fridays

401(k) Plans with matching

Job summary

Brandon J. Broderick is seeking a New York Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in pre-litigation and litigation phases. The role requires proficiency with legal software, strong communication, and effective time management.

This is a full-time, onsite position supporting a collaborative team in a high-volume PI practice. Responsibilities include drafting filings, coordinating depositions, reviewing medical and other case materials, and maintaining meticulous case calendars.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Law or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Personal Injury Paralegal.
• Proficiency in Litify, eCourts, and legal databases.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume plaintiff personal injury caseload during the litigation phase.
• Draft litigation documents including pleadings, Bills of Particulars, discovery responses, authorizations, stipulations, motions, and other case-related filings.
• Prepare, file, and serve legal documents through NYSCEF while complying with New York court rules and deadlines.
• Coordinate depositions, court conferences, IMEs, mediations, arbitrations, and other litigation proceedings.
• Review, organize, and maintain medical records, medical billing, employment records, insurance documentation, and other case materials.
• Prepare medical chronologies, deposition summaries, and attorney case materials.
• Monitor litigation deadlines and maintain accurate case calendars.
• Communicate regularly with clients, attorneys, opposing counsel, courts, medical providers, expert witnesses, and court reporting services.
• Organize electronic case files and ensure documents are maintained in the firm's case management system.
• Assist attorneys with case preparation for depositions, settlement conferences, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and other proceedings.
• Perform additional litigation support responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Legal research understanding

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Law

Tools

Litify

eCourts

Legal databases

Job description

About Brandon J. Broderick, Attorney at Law

Brandon J. Broderick is a law firm committed to delivering exceptional legal services with a focus on client care, a collaborative environment, and a balance between tradition and innovation.

Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal

We are seeking a New York Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal with experience in pre-litigation and litigation phases. The role requires proficiency in legal software, strong communication skills, and effective time management. This is a full-time, onsite position for a dedicated professional who supports attorneys and the team in a productive, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a high-volume plaintiff personal injury caseload during the litigation phase.
• Draft litigation documents including pleadings, Bills of Particulars, discovery responses, authorizations, stipulations, motions, and other case-related filings.
• Prepare, file, and serve legal documents through NYSCEF while ensuring compliance with New York court rules and filing deadlines.
• Coordinate depositions, court conferences, IMEs, mediations, arbitrations, and other litigation-related proceedings.
• Review, organize, and maintain medical records, medical billing, employment records, insurance documentation, and other case materials.
• Prepare medical chronologies, deposition summaries, document indexes, and attorney case materials.
• Monitor litigation deadlines, maintain accurate case calendars, and follow up on outstanding discovery and case requirements.
• Communicate regularly with clients, attorneys, opposing counsel, courts, medical providers, expert witnesses, and court reporting services regarding case progression.
• Organize electronic case files and ensure all litigation documents are accurately maintained within the firm's case management system.
• Assist attorneys with case preparation for depositions, settlement conferences, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and other litigation proceedings.
• Perform additional litigation support responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Law or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Personal Injury Paralegal.
• Proficiency in legal software such as Litify, eCourts, and legal databases.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Effective time management abilities.
• Demonstrated team collaboration experience.
• Professional interpersonal communication skills.
• Willingness to adapt to changing priorities and technologies.
• Commitment to upholding ethical standards.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of legal research methodologies.
• Relevant certifications or licenses related to paralegal studies or legal assistance.

Compensation: USD 80,000 – 85,000 base salary or hourly range, determined during the interview, based on experience, business needs, and market factors. Salary is part of the total compensation package.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance including Dental and Vision
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
• Robust Holiday Schedule
• Summer Fridays (Early closures Memorial Day–Labor Day)
• 401(k) Plans with matching for qualifying employees

Equal Opportunity: Brandon J. Broderick provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

E-Verify: This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm work authorization, you will receive instructions to resolve the issue before any action is taken.

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