Personal Injury Paralegal: Trial Prep & Discovery

800painlaw; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Harris Keenan & Goldfarb seeks a Paralegal to support personal injury litigation, research legal precedents, prepare trial documents, and manage case files in a fast-paced NY environment.

You will draft pleadings, handle discovery, assist with trial prep, and coordinate with clients and experts while ensuring meticulous, timely work. A strong knowledge of NY procedures and tools is essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience as a plaintiff-side personal injury paralegal.
• In-depth knowledge of NY legal procedures and courts.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and case management software.
• Strong attention to detail and time management; discretion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and filing pleadings, including summonses and complaints.
• Managing a diverse caseload through various litigation stages, including trial prep.
• Initiating client file setup and maintaining ongoing client communication.
• Responding to discovery demands and coordinating with experts.
• Drafting discovery-related motions and correspondence.
• Preparing closing documents, including settlement releases.

Skills

Legal research

Case management

Attention to detail

Discretion & professionalism

Tools

Legal research tools

Case management software

Job description

Harris Keenan & Goldfarb seeks a Paralegal to support personal injury litigation, research legal precedents, prepare trial documents, and manage case files in a fast-paced NY environment.

You will draft pleadings, handle discovery, assist with trial prep, and coordinate with clients and experts while ensuring meticulous, timely work. A strong knowledge of NY procedures and tools is essential.