Paralegal - Personal Injury Tort & Insurance Defense

Cullen and Dykman LLP is a full-service law firm that has been serving clients since 1850. We are committed to delivering exceptional legal services while fostering a dynamic and collegial work environment.

About the role

The firm is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Paralegal to support our Personal Injury Tort & Insurance Defense practice. The ideal candidate will have experience managing litigation matters from inception through trial preparation, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and work collaboratively with attorneys and support staff to provide exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare litigation documents, including discovery demands and responses, subpoenas, discovery motions, and medical record reviews.
• Obtain, organize, and track medical and other relevant records.
• Provide direct support to attorneys throughout all stages of litigation.
• Coordinate with insurance adjusters, expert witnesses, medical providers, and opposing counsel.
• Prepare cases for mediations, arbitrations, settlement conferences, and trial.
• File legal documents electronically in New York State and Federal Courts.
• Monitor court deadlines, discovery schedules, and compliance with case management orders.
• Work overtime on an as-needed basis.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A four-year college degree.
• At least two years of defense personal injury tort litigation experience.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to assume immediate responsibility, prioritize assignments, and manage an active caseload.
• Capacity to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel; PowerPoint knowledge is a plus.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package.
• Collaborative, professional environment.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $50,000–$80,000, with actual compensation based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.