Senior Litigation Paralegal - Personal Injury (Hybrid)

CR Legal Team, LLP; Wilmington (NC); Sur place; USD 33 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive Pay

Medical Plan Options

Dental Plan Option

Vision Plan Option

401k plan with employer match

Paid Holidays (11)

Paid Time-Off

Employee Assistance Program

Perks at Work - Team Member Discount

Résumé du poste

CR Legal Team, LLP in Wilmington, NC, seeks a Senior Litigation Paralegal with 5+ years of litigation experience to manage complex case files and document preparation. You will coordinate with attorneys, clients, and court personnel while maintaining strict confidentiality and ethical standards.

You will use case management software to organize medical records, pleadings, discovery, and correspondence, and you will support attorneys in all stages of litigation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with clients and attorneys.
• Proficiency in case management software and e-filing procedures.
• Strong organization, multitasking, and confidentiality.
• Bachelor's degree or paralegal certification preferred.

Responsabilités

• Prepare medical summaries, pleadings, and correspondence for attorney review.
• Coordinate with clients, adjusters, defense counsel, and court staff.
• Manage case documents, calendars, and deadlines with attention to confidentiality.
• Assist attorneys with written and verbal communications and discovery.
• Train or mentor junior team members when needed.

Connaissances

Litigation management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal certification

Outils

Case management software

Description du poste

CR Legal Team is accepting applications for a
Senior Litigation Paralegal
Are you an experienced litigation paralegal looking to take your career to the next level? Do you thrive in a collaborative work environment where your legal expertise and skills make a real difference? If so, CR Legal Team is searching for a Senior Litigation Paralegal to join our TEAM!
About Our TEAM
At CR Legal Team, our Brand Promise is to "Stand Up For You" by staying true to our Mission to provide "Whole-Person Legal Care™" and by following through with our Core Values to "Care Like Family, Listen To Learn and Do What's Right."
At CR Legal Team, we welcome and celebrate diversity of thought and action within our organization. Every voice plays an important role in the success and wellbeing of our Team. We believe in encouraging growth, celebrating wins, and showing up every day with heart and humility. Our culture is care in action - not just our clients, but for each other.
What's in it for you?

• Inclusive and diverse working environment.
• Positive and team-driven culture.
• Personalized development plans to support your career growth.
• Innovative technology and case management systems.
• Competitive Pay.
• Medical Plan Options (including a zero-dollar premium High-Deductible Heath Plan option for employee-only coverage).
• Dental Plan Option.
• Vision Plan Option.
• Virtual Healthcare Access.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account Options.
• 401k plan with an employer match.
• Disability Insurance Options (with employer-paid Long-Term Disability).
• Life Insurance Options (with employer-paid Basic Life Insurance).
• 11 Company paid holidays.
• Paid Time-Off.
• Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program.
• Perks at Work - Team Member Discount Program.
• Employer-paid Benefits Assistance/Advocacy Program.

Pay Range: $24.00 to $33.00 per hour.
How will the Senior Litigation Paralegal contribute to the TEAM?
Ability to multi-task and effectively communicate, problem-solve and handle tasks efficiently and professionally with all TEAM members and the public, with adaptability to diverse internal and external clientele.
Maintains strict confidentiality of all client information in accordance with attorney-client privilege and applicable state and federal privacy laws, while avoiding the unauthorized practice of law. Handles sensitive client data, case details, medical records, and communications with the utmost discretion and professionalism. Understands and adheres to ethical obligations regarding confidentiality, including proper storage, transmission, and discussion of client matters only in secure settings and with authorized personnel. Complies with firm policies on data security, and document retention protocols.
Understands and complies with company policies and procedures.
Must be able to work in-office as scheduled to meet with clients, meet and collaborate with fellow TEAM members, attend training sessions, and/or participate in other events.
Must be proficient in utilization of available technology including case management software, computers, databases, portals, State and Federal e-filing, and other software needed to successfully manage cases.
Maintains excellent customer service and interfaces with clients, providers, and TEAM members according to policies and procedures.
Prepares documents, including but not limited to medical summaries, correspondence, discovery, pleadings and administrative forms for attorney approval.
Interfaces with the clients on non-legal issues relating to the management of client's case; refers legal issues to the appropriate attorney(s).
Assists attorney(s) with written and verbal communications with adjusters, defense counsel, court administration, and clients.
Senior Litigation Paralegal can effectively communicate with clients to uncover pertinent information and data to include treatment status, medical information that could impact the case, changes in work status, and records information per operating procedure. Notifies the attorney of any changes, new information, concerns, or issues.
Conducts preparation for legal proceedings; submits appropriate information and legal forms/documents to the appropriate organizations; understands forms and procedures necessary to properly handle client's case as instructed by the appropriate attorney(s).
Demonstrates effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills to optimize case management. Investigates, reasons, and collects pertinent information in situations where only limited information may be available.
Collaborates with appropriate attorney(s) and other TEAM members to effectively handle client cases including identification of relevant facts and issues to achieve optimal results for clients.
Gathers, processes, and organizes incoming medical records, bills, pleadings and/or legal filings, and other case related documents in a timely manner per procedure. Notifies the attorney when pertinent records and/or information is received and completes any associated tasks as needed.
Utilizes, manages, and properly completes assigned tasks per procedure.
Processes and reviews mail daily for additional information pertinent to case(s); documents any pertinent information and advises the appropriate attorney(s) when received.
Confirms balances and expenses; prepares the appropriate settlement documents for review by the attorney(s).
Senior Litigation Paralegal interfaces with other TEAM members to achieve office and departmental goals; may provide back up to other TEAM members, including but not limited to client meetings and video conferences.
Ability and willingness to train, mentor, and guide lesser experienced TEAM members when appropriate and/or requested to do so.
Experience
5 plus years of prior litigation experience.
Preferred (not Required)

• Bachelor's degree.
• Personal injury litigation experience.
• Paralegal degree and/or certification.

Qualifications
Strong knowledge of all aspects of litigation case management, practices, and procedures.
Exceptional client advocacy.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative Team.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in case management and other relevant software.
Utilizes and manages internal and external resources appropriately.
CR Legal Team is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates for employment.
Salary: $24.00 - $33.00 per hour