Personal Injury Paralegal

Sitter Studio; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive 401(k) with company match

Health insurance coverage

Short-term disability coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Summer Hours: early Fridays

Location perks: walkable from rail, on

Job summary

Sitter Studio in Salem, MA seeks a Litigation Paralegal / Personal Injury Paralegal to manage case files from start to finish in a full-time role. Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, coordinating with clients and carriers, and handling medical records with attention to detail.

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

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of experience in personal injury or civil litigation.
• Experience managing case files from inception through resolution.
• Proficiency with Smart Advocate case management software.
• Current Notary Public commission or willingness to obtain notary status upon hire.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese) are a strong plus.

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 to maintain accurate records and track deadlines.
• Answer incoming client communications and perform general administrative duties.
• Serve as a Notary Public for legal document execution.

Skills

Case management

Client communication

Attention to detail

Proofreading

Notary Public

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.