Pre-Litigation Paralegal

Knrlegal; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Knrlegal in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Paralegal to support assigned attorneys by researching facts, organizing medical records, and preparing documents for lawsuits and settlements.

In this role you will manage case files, liaise with clients and insurers, log communications, and coordinate with the legal team to ensure timely, accurate submissions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Three to five years' relevant work experience required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Paralegal certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and research facts to support attorneys.
• Obtain, review, and organize medical records.
• Prepare and maintain damage summaries and documents.
• Log daily mail and forward records to insurers.
• Draft case correspondence and settlement documents.
• Maintain file accuracy and assist with litigation transfers.
• Communicate case status with clients and provide weekly updates.

Skills

Case management

Professional communication

Document preparation

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Paralegal certificate preferred

Job description

Description

The Paralegal position is responsible for investigating and researching facts and preparing documents to assist and support their assigned attorney. Responsibilities include accurate management of cases and timely communication with clients and attorneys.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES*

Case Management

• Obtain, review, and organize medical records
• Insurance coverage investigation
• Prepare, calculate, and maintain damage summaries including medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage
• Log daily mail
• Prepare and forward medical records to insurance carriers
• Draft correspondence necessary for case management
• Balance verifications and assist with subrogation lien resolution
• Prepare check requests, maintain check records, and mail checks
• Assist attorney with settlement documentation and disbursements
• Prepare disbursement summaries
• Prepare file for litigation transfer when necessary

Communication

• Consistent and regular communication with clients regarding case status
• Weekly reports
• Monthly team meetings
• Provide support for other team members in their absence
• Meet/exceed goals
• Regular, consistent, punctual attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Three to five years' relevant work experience required
• Prefer Bachelor's degree
• Prefer paralegal certificate