Personal Injury Paralegal (Seattle)

Bush-; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive culture

Growth opportunities

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Job summary

Bush & Bush Law Group in Seattle is seeking a dedicated Personal Injury Paralegal to support attorneys in handling personal injury and employment matters.

You will manage case files, prepare documents, coordinate with clients, and assist with discovery, medical records, and trial preparation.

This role requires 5+ years of PI paralegal experience, a relevant degree, strong communication, and exceptional organizational skills. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; paralegal certification a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of paralegal experience in personal injury.
• Strong familiarity with medical records, insurance claims, discovery, and litigation procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail and organization, with ability to manage multiple cases.
• Proficient in MS Office and legal case management software.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and organize legal documents including pleadings and discovery.
• Maintain active personal injury case files with up-to-date records.
• Assist with discovery, gathering medical records, bills, and insurance information.
• Serve as liaison between clients and attorneys with professional communication.
• Manage medical records and billing documentation relevant to claims.
• Monitor case progress and move cases through litigation stages.
• Track deadlines and calendars for hearings, depositions, and meetings.
• Assist with trial preparation, exhibits, and witness materials.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case summaries and reports.
• Provide administrative and substantive support throughout case lifecycle.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies or Paralegal Studies

Paralegal certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

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, motions, correspondence, and other case-related materials.
• Case File Organization: Maintain and manage active personal injury case files, ensuring all necessary documentation, records, and correspondence are accurate and up to date.
• Discovery and Evidence: Assist attorneys with the discovery process, including gathering medical records, bills, insurance information, evidence, and other case materials.
• Client Interaction: Serve as a professional and compassionate liaison between clients and attorneys, providing case updates and responding to client inquiries in a timely manner.
• Medical Records & Bills: Request, organize, review, and maintain medical records and billing documentation relevant to personal injury claims.
• Case Management: Monitor case progress, follow up on outstanding documentation, and assist attorneys with moving cases through the appropriate stages of litigation.
• Calendar Management: Track important deadlines and manage calendars for hearings, depositions, mediations, meetings, and other case-related activities.
• Trial Preparation: Assist with preparing exhibits, witness materials, trial binders, and other documents necessary for hearings, mediations, and trial.
• Legal Research: Conduct legal research and prepare case summaries, reports, and other materials as requested by attorneys.
• Attorney Support: Provide administrative and substantive support to attorneys throughout the lifecycle of personal injury cases.

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.
• Personal Injury Experience: Strong familiarity with personal injury claims, medical records, insurance claims, discovery, litigation procedures, and case management.
• Skills: Excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to effectively manage multiple cases and assignments simultaneously.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally and compassionately with clients, attorneys, and other team members.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal case management software.
• Team-Oriented: Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented legal environment while maintaining a strong commitment to client service.
• Location: Candidates located in or around Seattle, Washington are preferred.

• 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.