Personal Injury Paralegal, New York

About the role

This role is an opportunity to:

• Join a rapidly growing national firm at a formative stage
• Make a visible, measurable impact on a rapidly growing business
• Grow your skills, responsibility, and influence as the firm scales
• Work alongside high-caliber, mission-driven teammates who care deeply about doing great work

We are looking for people who don’t just want a job, they want purpose and impact.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Aid attorneys in reviewing and assessing the merits of clients’ Personal Injury claims by organizing, reviewing, and summarizing records, documents, and evidence to support case evaluation and valuation
• Support attorneys in Personal Injury matters by drafting pleadings, discovery, motions, correspondence, and other legal documents. Prepare filings, coordinate service, and ensure accuracy and timeliness in all submissions
• Assist in the development and execution of case strategies by conducting legal research, summarizing medical records, organizing evidence, preparing demand packages, and supporting negotiations with insurance carriers
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients regarding case status, document requests, and procedural updates, maintaining professional, consistent, and compassionate communication throughout the life of the case
• Support litigation efforts by managing discovery, preparing exhibit lists, organizing trial binders, coordinating depositions, and assisting with trial and hearing preparation
• Organize and maintain case files, track deadlines and statutes, update case management systems, and coordinate with internal teams, experts, and external vendors to ensure smooth case progression
• Demonstrate a strong knowledge of liens, including Medicare and ERISA
• Uphold professional ethics, confidentiality, and compliance with all applicable legal rules, firm policies, and regulatory requirements

At TopDog Law, everyone is expected to think critically, communicate clearly, and take ownership of their work.

How This Role Drives the Business

This role is critical to our success because it:

• Maximizes case value through strong advocacy, sound judgment, and strategic litigation execution
• Moves cases efficiently through the litigation lifecycle to support faster resolutions and healthier cash flow
• Protects and elevates the TopDog Law brand through professionalism, preparation, and credibility with courts, opposing counsel, and clients
• Reduces risk and rework by spotting issues early, making decisive recommendations, and communicating clearly across teams
• Supports scale by following and improving litigation processes that allow the firm to grow without sacrificing quality

Your Impact

Within your first 6–12 months, success in this role looks like:

• You are a reliable, detail-oriented partner to the attorney, consistently keeping cases organized, moving forward, and deadline-compliant
• You proactively identify issues, missing information, and next steps—reducing bottlenecks and surprises
• You maintain accurate, well-organized files that allow attorneys to quickly understand case posture and strategy
• You communicate effectively with clients, medical providers, and internal teams, building trust and confidence
• You help increase attorney efficiency and case velocity, contributing to stronger outcomes and client satisfaction

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3–7 years of experience supporting attorneys in pre-litigation and litigated personal injury matters on cases in New York
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience reviewing and summarizing medical records
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently while collaborating with a team

Nice to Have

• Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate (not required)
• Experience in high-volume or fast-growing law firms
• Familiarity with New York court rules and procedures
• Experience with case management software (e.g., Filevine, Clio, SmartAdvocate)
• Comfort working in evolving systems and processes
• Bilingual in the Spanish language

About TopDog Law

TopDog Law is a nationally scaling, fully integrated, personal injury law firm with strong partner relationships across the country. We are building for impact, excellence, and growth.

We are building a high-performance, high-trust, no-ego culture where talented people do meaningful work, grow quickly, and take pride in what they build together. This is not a legacy law firm.

This is a rocket ship, and we’re assembling the team that will take it to the next level.

Who Thrives Here

• Embrace Change
• Are Committed to the Organization
• Bring an Upbeat, No-Ego Energy
• Take Ownership
• Fast & Hungry

The pay range for this role is:

90,000 - 120,000 USD per year (New York)

Law Firm

New York, NY