Litigation Paralegal

About the role

A Litigation Paralegal supports attorneys by investigating and researching facts, preparing documents, and managing cases. This role ensures accurate case management and timely communication with clients and attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Obtain, review, and organize medical records.
• Conduct insurance coverage investigations.
• Prepare, calculate, and maintain damage summaries, including medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage.
• Log daily mail.
• Prepare and forward medical records to insurance carriers.
• Draft correspondence necessary for case management.
• Perform balance verifications and assist with subrogation lien resolution.
• Prepare check requests, maintain check records, and mail checks.
• Assist attorney with settlement documentation and disbursements.
• Prepare disbursement summaries.
• Maintain consistent and regular communication with clients regarding case status.
• Provide weekly reports and attend monthly team meetings.
• Support other team members in their absence.
• Meet or exceed established goals.
• Ensure regular, consistent, and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Highly proficient in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Knowledge of legal practices and procedures.
• Understanding of business practices.
• Familiarity with standard clerical and general office administration procedures.
• Strong command of English grammar, usage, punctuation, and spelling.
• Experience using computers and related software applications.
• Knowledge of research procedures.
• Familiarity with procedures for preparing legal documentation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience required.
• Paralegal certificate required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Schedule

This is an in-office position, Monday through Friday.