Pre-Litigation Paralegal

Kisling, Nestico & Redick; Sylvania (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kisling, Nestico & Redick is seeking a Paralegal to support an assigned attorney by researching facts, organizing records, and preparing essential case documents. The role emphasizes meticulous file management and timely client communication.

Responsibilities include gathering medical records, handling insurance-related documentation, and assisting with settlements and disbursements. A high school diploma or GED is required, with 3–5 years of paralegal experience preferred.

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 assigned attorney.
• Obtain, review, and organize medical records.
• Prepare, calculate, and maintain damage summaries including medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage.
• Log daily mail and draft correspondence necessary for case management.
• Prepare and forward medical records to insurance carriers.
• 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 and file for litigation transfer when necessary.
• Maintain accurate file management and documentation for assigned cases.

Skills

Case management

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal certificate

Job 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

o Obtain, review, and organize medical records

o Insurance coverage investigation

o Prepare, calculate, and maintain damage summaries including medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage

o Log daily mail

o Prepare and forward medical records to insurance carriers

o Draft correspondence necessary for case management

o Balance verifications and assist with subrogation lien resolution

o Prepare check requests, maintain check records, and mail checks

o Assist attorney with settlement documentation and disbursements

o Prepare disbursement summaries

o 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