Senior Paralegal

SourcePro Search, LLC; Village of Westbury (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to 80K

Performance-based bonuses

Medical & Dental Insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

SourcePro Search, LLC is seeking an experienced Sr. Personal Injury Paralegal (Plaintiff Side) to join its Westbury, NY office.

The role supports attorneys in all phases of personal injury cases from intake through settlement or trial, collaborating with clients, medical providers, and opposing counsel. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in a personal injury firm, strong knowledge of PI litigation, and proficiency in case management software and MS Office.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of paralegal experience in a personal injury firm.
• In-depth knowledge of PI litigation, court procedures, and legal terminology.
• Proficient in legal case management software and MS Office.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Paralegal certificate or associate’s/bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and file complaints, discovery responses, subpoenas, motions, and settlement agreements.
• Manage case files with accurate, up-to-date documentation.
• Coordinate depositions, IMEs, and court appearances.
• Review and summarize medical records and bills.
• Communicate with clients to provide updates and gather information.
• Track case deadlines and ensure timely filings.
• Prepare trial notebooks, exhibits, and hearing materials.
• Assist with lien resolutions and settlements.

Skills

Personal injury litigation

Legal terminology

Case management software

MS Office Suite

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

Paralegal certificate or associate’s/bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Sr. Personal Injury Paralegal (Plaintiff Side) to join its legal team in their Westbury, NY Office. The ideal candidate will support attorneys in all phases of personal injury cases, from intake through settlement or trial. This role requires the ability work with clients, medical providers, and opposing counsel.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Draft, review, and file legal documents including complaints, discovery responses, subpoenas, motions, and settlement agreements.


• Manage case files and maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation.


• Coordinate and schedule depositions, independent medical examinations (IMEs), and court appearances.


• Request, review, and summarize medical records and bills.


• Communicate with clients to provide case updates and gather necessary information.


• Track case deadlines and ensure timely filings.


• Prepare trial notebooks, exhibits, and other materials for hearings and trials.


• Assist with negotiating and finalizing lien resolutions and settlements.

MAIN REQUIREMENTS:

• 5+ years of experience as a paralegal in a personal injury law firm.


• Understanding of personal injury litigation, court procedures, and legal terminology.


• Proficiency in legal case management software and Microsoft Office Suite.


• Exceptional organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Paralegal certificate or associate's/bachelor's degree preferred.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary (up to 80K) and commensurate with experience


• Performance-based bonuses


• Medical & Dental Insurance


• Retirement plan


• Paid time off and holidays


• Professional development opportunities