Personal Injury Paralegal (Massachusetts)

Bush-; Hopkinton (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Bush & Bush Law Group is seeking a Personal Injury Paralegal to support our attorneys in handling personal injury matters. You will manage case files, draft documents, and coordinate communication with clients and the legal team.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in legal studies or paralegal field and at least 5 years’ experience in a personal injury firm. Proficiency with MS Office and case management software is required, with a collaborative, client-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or related field preferred; paralegal certification is a plus.
• At least 5 years of experience as a paralegal in a personal injury law firm is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and organize legal documents, including pleadings, discovery requests, and client correspondence.
• Maintain and manage active case files to ensure all necessary documentation is available for attorneys and clients.
• Assist attorneys in the discovery process, including gathering evidence, summarizing documents, and organizing case-related materials.
• Serve as a liaison between clients and attorneys, providing case updates and answering client inquiries with professionalism and compassion.
• Track important deadlines and manage the legal calendar for hearings, depositions, and administrative tasks.
• Assist in preparing exhibits and trial materials, ensuring everything is organized and ready prior to court appearances.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case summaries or reports as needed by attorneys.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Word

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies or Paralegal Studies

Paralegal certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Legal case management software

Job description

Join Bush & Bush Law Group as a Personal Injury Paralegal!

At Bush & Bush Law Group, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional legal representation in personal injury and employment law matters. We are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Personal Injury Paralegal to join our team and support our attorneys in providing top-notch service to our clients.

Position Overview:
The Personal Injury Paralegal will play a crucial role in assisting our legal team by managing case files, preparing legal documents, and facilitating communication between clients and attorneys. Your expertise and organizational skills will help ensure a thorough and efficient case process for our clients who are navigating challenging moments in their lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Document Management: Draft, review, and organize legal documents, including pleadings, discovery requests, and client correspondence.
• Case File Organization: Maintain and manage active case files to ensure all necessary documentation is available for attorneys and clients.
• Discovery and Evidence: Assist attorneys in the discovery process, including gathering evidence, summarizing documents, and organizing case-related materials.
• Client Interaction: Serve as a liaison between clients and attorneys, providing case updates and answering client inquiries with professionalism and compassion.
• Calendar Management: Track important deadlines and manage the legal calendar for hearings, depositions, and administrative tasks.
• Trial Preparation: Assist in preparing exhibits and trial materials, ensuring everything is organized and ready prior to court appearances.
• Legal Research: Conduct legal research and prepare case summaries or reports as needed by attorneys.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or a related field preferred; paralegal certification is a plus.
• Experience: At least 5 years of experience as a paralegal in a personal injury law firm is strongly preferred.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively on multiple assignments at once.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal case management software.
• Team-Oriented: Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment, showing a strong commitment to client service.

• Positive Culture: Work in a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative environment that values your contributions.
• Growth Opportunities: Access to professional development, mentorship, and opportunities for career advancement.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a highly competitive salary with discretionary bonus.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and more.