Senior Legal Assistant & Paralegal | Personal Injury Focus

Vastika Inc; Edison (NJ); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Vastika Inc is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant/Paralegal to support the Equity Partner in a fast-paced personal injury practice. The ideal candidate will have at least seven years of legal experience and be highly organized and detail-oriented.

You will manage calendars, deadlines, draft pleadings, handle medical records, and communicate with clients, courts, and providers. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management software is required, and confidentiality is essential in this

Formación

• Minimum 7 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal.
• Personal injury litigation experience strongly preferred; medical malpractice ideal.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and document prep.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct administrative and legal support to the Equity Partner.
• Manage complex calendars, court deadlines, appointments, and case schedules.
• Draft, review, and prepare legal correspondence, pleadings, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Maintain and organize case files, medical records, and litigation documents.
• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, courts, insurance carriers, and medical providers.
• Assist with trial preparation, deposition scheduling, and case management.
• Ensure compliance with court rules, filing deadlines, and firm procedures.

Conocimientos

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Case management software

Descripción del empleo

Vastika Inc is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant/Paralegal to support the Equity Partner in a fast-paced personal injury practice. The ideal candidate will have at least seven years of legal experience and be highly organized and detail-oriented.

You will manage calendars, deadlines, draft pleadings, handle medical records, and communicate with clients, courts, and providers. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management software is required, and confidentiality is essential in this