Paralegal - Personal Injury

About the role

Lacy Katzen's Personal Injury / Medical Malpractice group is a plaintiff-focused practice dedicated to fighting for injured clients against insurance companies and corporate defendants. We are a close-knit, high-energy team that takes pride in achieving meaningful results for the people we represent. We are looking for a seasoned paralegal who shares that commitment. We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Personal Injury / Medical Malpractice Litigation Paralegal to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of litigation procedures, medical terminology, and complex case management. This position requires the ability to work independently. You will be a primary point of contact for clients throughout the life of their case - from intake through resolution - and will work directly alongside our attorneys on every stage of litigation. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, genuinely enjoy working with people who are going through difficult times, and bring exceptional client service and attention to detail, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Screen new matters
• Manage plaintiff personal injury and medical malpractice cases from intake through settlement or trial including deadlines, scheduling, discovery and court filings
• Draft and prepare legal documents including:
  • Summonses and Complaints
  • Bills of Particulars
  • Discovery demands and responses
  • Basic motions and motion support
  • Authorizations and subpoenas
  • Trial exhibits and trial binders
• Gather and organize medical records, billing records, lien information and expert materials
• Coordinate with clients, medical providers, experts, and opposing counsel
• Track litigation deadlines, court appearances, depositions, and compliance conferences
• Schedule depositions
• Assist attorneys with expert exchanges, mediation submissions, and trial preparation
• File documents electronically through NYSCEF and maintain accurate electronic and physical case files
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case status and document collection

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in New York plaintiff personal injury and/or medical malpractice litigation
• Strong knowledge of New York State filing requirements
• Experience and familiarity with NYSCEF
• Paralegal certificate or Bachelor's degree preferred
• 5 years' relevant experience preferred

Skills

• Proficiency in reviewing and organizing medical records
• Excellent drafting, organizational, and multitasking skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and a genuine ability to connect with clients who are often stressed