Paralegal - Personal Injury (Remote - South Africa)

HireHawk; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven Personal Injury law firm as a Paralegal, where your detail-oriented nature will help clients during challenging times. This remote position allows you to support attorneys in managing personal injury cases from intake to settlement, ensuring smooth communication and precise legal documentation. Work in a collaborative team that values your contributions and offers opportunities for growth and continuous learning. Make a real impact on people's lives while enjoying the flexibility of working from anywhere.

Benefits

100% Remote Position

Collaborative Team Environment

Opportunities for Growth

Continuous Learning

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Paralegal in a Personal Injury law firm.
• Strong understanding of pre-litigation and litigation processes.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys through every stage of personal injury cases.
• Assist with drafting demand letters and managing case files.

Skills

Paralegal Experience

Organizational Skills

Client Communication

Attention to Detail

Independent Work

Education

Paralegal Certificate

Legal Studies Background

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Filevine

SmartAdvocate

Needles

Job description

Location : Remote

Compensation : Competitive, based on experience

Are you a detail-driven Paralegal with a passion for helping people during some of the most challenging moments of their lives? We're a fast-paced, mission-driven Personal Injury law firm looking for a legal rockstar to support our growing litigation team.

This is your chance to be part of a firm that fights hard for justice , values precision, and builds strong relationships with clients—while working from the comfort of your home.

What You'll Do :

As a key member of our legal team, you’ll support attorneys through every stage of personal injury cases—from intake to settlement. Your role is essential in ensuring smooth case management, clear communication with clients, and airtight legal documentation.

• Assist with drafting demand letters, discovery responses, and legal correspondence
• Manage deadlines and organize case files, records, and exhibits
• Conduct client interviews and coordinate document collection
• Handle medical record requests and billing summaries
• Support attorneys in trial preparation and case strategy
• Collaborate with medical providers, adjusters, and experts
• Maintain detailed logs and ensure deadlines are met with precision

Requirements

What You Bring :

• 2+ years of experience as a Paralegal in a Personal Injury law firm
• Strong understanding of pre-litigation and litigation processes
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Professional and compassionate client communication
• Confidence working independently in a remote setting
• Proficiency in tools like Microsoft Office , Adobe Acrobat , and case management software (e.g., Filevine, SmartAdvocate, Needles)

Nice to Have :

• Familiarity with the California Code of Civil Procedure
• Paralegal Certificate or legal studies background

Why Join Us :

• 100% remote position – Work from anywhere
• Collaborative, high-performing team with strong values
• Make an impact on real people’s lives through your work
• Opportunities for growth and continuous learning

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