Senior Paralegal

Omega Point Partners; Village of Westbury (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to 80K

Bonuses

Medical & Dental Insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Our client seeks an experienced Sr. Personal Injury Paralegal (Plaintiff Side) to join its legal team in Westbury, NY. You will support attorneys from intake through settlement or trial, working with clients, medical providers, and opposing counsel.

The role requires 5+ years as a paralegal in PI practice, proficiency with case management software, and excellent communication. Industry-standard benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a paralegal in a personal injury firm.
• Understanding of PI litigation, court procedures, and legal terminology.
• Proficiency with case management software and MS Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong organization.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and file complaints, discovery responses, subpoenas, motions, and settlements.
• Manage case files and maintain accurate documentation.
• Coordinate depositions, IMEs, and court appearances.
• Summarize medical records and bills; request documents as needed.
• Communicate case updates to clients and gather information.
• Track deadlines and ensure timely filings.
• Prepare trial notebooks, exhibits, and hearing materials.
• Assist with lien resolutions and settlements.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Personal injury knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Paralegal certificate or degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal 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