Pre-Litigation Paralegal

Steele Adams Hosman; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off and sick leave

Continuing legal education reimbursement

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

A personal injury law firm in Cottonwood Heights, UT is seeking a Bilingual Pre-Litigation Paralegal. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of paralegal experience, exceptional communication skills, and a knowledge of civil litigation procedures. Responsibilities include managing legal documents, coordinating with clients and courts, and adapting to a fast-paced work environment. This role offers a competitive salary between $60,000 and $70,000 along with benefits like medical insurance and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of paralegal experience, preferably in personal injury.
• Thorough knowledge of civil litigation procedures and e-filing in Utah.
• Ability to handle a dynamic caseload in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive paralegal support throughout personal injury pre-litigation.
• Draft and manage legal documents and correspondence.
• Coordinate communication with clients, attorneys, and courts.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Exceptional written communication

Oral communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Overview

Bilingual Pre-Litigation Paralegal — Personal Injury – Location: Cottonwood Heights, UT | Hybrid

Steele Adams Hosman is a client‑focused personal injury practice dedicated to obtaining justice for individuals who have been harmed by the negligence of others. We pride ourselves on compassionate advocacy, meticulous case preparation, and trial excellence. At Steele Adams Hosman, we live by six core values. A successful Litigation Paralegal will embody each of the following:

• Unconventional – You’re not afraid to be different or think outside the box when solving problems and preparing cases.
• Humility – You remain humble in your approach and are comfortable admitting mistakes so the team can quickly correct course.
• Grit – You have the fortitude to see things through, even when cases become complex or timelines tighten.
• Fight for Justice – You care deeply about achieving the right result for our clients and are willing to fight for it at every stage.
• Family – You treat clients and co‑workers with genuine care and respect, fostering a supportive, collaborative environment.
• Excellence – You strive for excellence in everything you do, from drafting pleadings to communicating with counsel and courts.

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled Paralegal to join our team and support our attorneys through all phases of personal injury pre-litigation. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and comfortable managing a dynamic caseload in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive paralegal support through all phases of personal injury pre-litigation.
• Draft, organize, and manage documents, correspondence, and discovery materials.
• Coordinate with clients, attorneys, and courts to ensure timely progression of cases.
• Utilize AI tools to assist in work while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of paralegal experience (personal injury experience preferred).
• Thorough knowledge of civil litigation procedures, discovery rules, and e‑filing in Utah and U.S. District Court.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize, multi‑task, and thrive under deadlines while maintaining professionalism and empathy.
• Willingness to use AI tools to assist in your work.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) or other language proficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in drafting initial disclosures, discovery requests, discovery responses, statements of discovery issues, subpoenas, expert disclosures, and pretrial disclosures.
• Willingness to provide unreasonable hospitality to clients and keep them well informed of the case process and development.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary $60-70k commensurate with experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance packages.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and firm holidays.
• Continuing legal education and professional development reimbursement.
• Performance‑based bonuses.