Prelitigation Paralegal

Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Gym membership discount

Paid time off (PTO)

Birthday paid day off

Office snacks and beverages

Job summary

Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers is seeking a dedicated paralegal to support our plaintiff personal injury practice. You will work closely with a team lead, draft documents, manage attorney calendars and deadlines, and advocate for clients throughout their recovery journey.

The role requires empathy, attention to detail, and the ability to navigate multiple software programs while handling a busy docket and providing top-tier client service.

Qualifications

• Paralegal with experience in personal injury matters is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines under pressure.
• Skilled in drafting legal documents and correspondence.
• Strong empathy and client-focused communication are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide exemplary client service and maintain professional rapport with clients and attorneys.
• Collaborate with attorneys; manage calendar and deadlines; draft and file documents as directed.
• Maintain a docket of 40–45 cases with high client satisfaction.
• Prepare legal documents, correspondence, and demands under supervision of a lawyer.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Personal injury experience

Urgency management

Attention to detail

Document drafting

Legal software proficiency

Empathy

Note-taking

Communication skills

Job description

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DS Team Experience

What You’ll Do:

At Daniel Stark, the role of a personal injury paralegal involves more than just meeting with clients, drafting documents, and managing attorney calendars and deadlines. As a paralegal at our firm, you will have the opportunity to embody our core values and work closely with a team lead who is dedicated to your personal and professional growth. You will have the chance to truly understand and empathize with our clients' stories, fears, and pain, and the profound impact of their injuries on their lives. You will serve as their guide as they navigate unfamiliar territory, and you will advocate on their behalf to help them reclaim control of their lives.

The Breakdown:

• Provide exemplary customer service to your clients.
• Foster productive and friendly relationships with your clients and your attorney.
• Manage a docket of 40-45 cases with an 'A' rating from clients, assigned attorneys, and leadership.
• Prepare legal documents, correspondence, and demands under the supervision of a lawyer.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience handling premises liability, dog attack, or workplace injury cases
• Personal injury experience
• Sense of urgency
• Ability to distinguish between urgent and important tasks.
• Empathy
• Strong attention to detail
• Naturally prone to making detailed, thorough, and organized notes.
• Ability to navigate seamlessly through various computer programs and software.
• Tenacity

What Makes You Remarkable:

• Spirit for competition
• Ownership mentality
• Desire for continuous improvement
• Outstanding writing abilities
• Bilingual+

What You’ll Earn:

• $20.00 - $22.00 + per year based on experience and potential
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurance are available
• 401(k) plan; 4% company contribution match
• Gold’s Gym Membership Discount
• Organized team building
• In-office perks, including the good snacks, biweekly breakfast, unlimited coffee, tea, and more!
• Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities
• A paid day off to celebrate your birthday
• Generous PTO

What Sets Us Apart?

You could take your talents anywhere. We know that. You know that. So, let’s cut to the chase - we're a plaintiff personal injury law firm with over 25 years of experience and a proven track record of success. We have grown into a multi-million-dollar boutique law firm with over 150 team members across six offices in Texas. We take our responsibility to our clients seriously and fight against big insurance companies trying to screw them over. We are aggressive advocates. We will exhaust every option, every avenue, to get our clients what they deserve. Our history of success and long-standing relationships with our clients speak for themselves.

But what sets us apart? Our commitment to top-tier office culture. Across our six office locations, you'll find a team who are defined by their professionalism, enthusiasm, collaboration, and a shared commitment to our social contract. We believe great results start with great people. But don't just take our word for it. See what our team members think!

\"There's this real sense that we're all working toward excellence together, and nobody's contribution is too small to matter.\"

\"DS truly invests in people. They pour into our professional development, encourage personal growth, and constantly evolve, all to better serve our clients and the community.\"

\"Daniel Stark consistently seeks ways to support and develop its team, investing in both our professional growth and personal well-being.\"

\"This is not a place where you just show up and coast. It is a high-performance environment where people genuinely want to get better, serve clients well, and support each other in the process.\"

While we want you to share why you’d be a great fit for our team, we also want to show you why Daniel Stark could be the right place for you. We are deeply invested in our people and their long-term success. Your professional development won’t end after your training period. Your leader will continue to support your development and serve as a resource throughout your career. We invest in our people, and in return, our people invest in each other, our clients, and our mission.

Our Core Values

Be Remarkable

Excellence is our standard. We go above and beyond for our clients and our team, delivering work that stands out and earns trust. Remarkable work deserves recognition, and we make it a priority to celebrate the achievements and impact our team makes every day. We believe remarking on our team has a huge impact on the health and positivity of our culture.

Do It All, Do It Right, Do It Now

We value ownership, urgency, and quality. This means getting things done the right way, the first time, and when it needs to happen - without cutting corners.

Arms Out, Thumbs Out

We succeed as a team. Our six offices are filled with positive, supportive, and collaborative team members who have your back. We love our team-player mentality—when we think positively about our teammates and our clients, good things happen.

Work Hard, Play Hard

We want you to give your 100% in the office AND outside the office. In fact, we actively encourage you to take meaningful time off. In addition, we have team member events and play hard together.