Senior Paralegal

Vogrinc Search Group; Village of Westbury (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Medical & Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Vogrinc Search Group in Westbury, NY is seeking an experienced Sr. Personal Injury Paralegal (Plaintiff Side) to support attorneys through intake, discovery, and trial preparation.

You will draft and file legal documents, manage case files, coordinate depositions and IMEs, and summarize medical records while communicating with clients and opposing counsel. The role requires strong organizational skills, proficiency with case management software and MS Office, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• 5+ years of paralegal experience in personal injury.
• Understanding of personal injury litigation and court procedures.
• Proficiency in case management software and MS Office.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Paralegal certificate or associate/bachelor degree preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and file complaints, discovery responses, subpoenas, motions, and settlement agreements.
• Manage case files and maintain documentation.
• Coordinate and schedule depositions, 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.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Personal injury law

Case management

Microsoft Office

Legal terminology

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

Paralegal certificate

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Case management software

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