Personal Injury Paralegal

Staffing Studio; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive 401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Short-term disability

Paid Time Off

Summer Hours

Salem Commuter Rail access

Job summary

Staffing Studio in Salem, MA seeks a Litigation Paralegal / Personal Injury Paralegal for a full-time role. You will manage case files from intake to resolution, draft pleadings, and coordinate with clients, insurers, and medical providers.

The ideal candidate has 1–3+ years in personal injury or civil litigation, is proficient with Smart Advocate, and holds a Notary Public commission or is willing to obtain one. Bilingual skills are a strong plus.

Qualifications

• At least 1–3+ years in personal injury law or civil litigation.
• Experience with case management software, preferably Smart Advocate.
• Notary Public commission active or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation and personal injury case files from start to finish.
• Draft, proofread, and file legal documents and pleadings.
• Communicate professionally with clients, insurers, and medical providers.
• Organize medical records and billing charts.
• Maintain accurate records and deadlines in case management software.
• Answer client inquiries and perform general administrative tasks.
• Notary Public for document execution.

Skills

Legal case management

Notary Public

Client communication

Proofreading

Bilingual (Spanish/Portuguese)

Education

Notary Public commission

Tools

Smart Advocate

Job description

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal / Personal Injury Paralegal (Full-Time)

Location: Salem, MA (Commuter Rail Accessible!)

Job Type: Full-time (40 hours/week)

About Us

We are a growing, collaborative law firm based in Salem, MA. Our team prides itself on high synergy, strong mutual support, and exceptional client advocacy. We are seeking an experienced, proactive, and detail-oriented Paralegal to manage personal injury and litigation cases from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage litigation and personal injury case files independently and collaboratively.
• Draft, proofread, and prepare legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings.
• Communicate professionally with clients, insurance carriers, and medical providers.
• Request, organize, and review medical records and billing charts.
• Utilize case management software (Smart Advocate) to maintain accurate records and track deadlines.
• Answer incoming client communications and perform general administrative office duties.
• Serve as a Notary Public for legal document execution.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 1-3+ years of experience in personal injury law, civil litigation, or legal administration.
• Case Management: Proven experience managing tasks from inception through resolution while prioritizing deadlines.
• Technical Skills: Experience with case file software (Smart Advocate experience strongly preferred).
• Communication: Exceptional client interaction, phone etiquette, and professional proofreading skills.
• Certifications: Current Notary Public commission or willingness to obtain notary status upon hire.
• Languages: Bilingual or multilingual skills (Spanish, Portuguese, etc.) are a strong plus!

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive 401(k) plan with 100% company match up to 3% after 1 year.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Short-term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Annual paid vacation, sick time, personal time, and paid holidays.
• Summer Hours: Early office closure on Fridays during summer months.
• Location Perks: Conveniently walkable from the Salem Commuter Rail station; paid garage parking pass provided.