Personal Injury Paralegal (Plaintiff)

About the role

Location: Teaneck, NJ. Experience: 2+ years minimum. The Opportunity: We are representing a prestigious, high-volume personal injury litigation firm known for its aggressive advocacy and significant settlements. They are currently seeking an expert-level Personal Injury Paralegal who is a "file ownership" specialist. This isn't a role for someone who just handles intake or just handles demands—this is for a professional who understands the full lifecycle of a New Jersey Plaintiff’s case, from the initial retainer through to trial prep and settlement distribution.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End File Management: Independently manage a robust caseload of motor vehicle accidents (MVA), premises liability, and catastrophic injury files.
• Discovery Mastery: Draft, serve, and respond to Interrogatories, Requests for Production, and Admissions. Identify missing links in discovery and proactively chase down records.
• Medical Coordination: Review and summarize medical records, maintain constant communication with providers, and manage the "treatment phase" to ensure files are ready for demand or filing.
• Litigation Support: Prepare Summons and Complaints, file documents via eCourts, manage calendars for depositions and IMEs, and assist in drafting motions and trial exhibits.
• Lien Resolution: Proactively manage Medicare, Medicaid, and private health insurance liens to ensure maximum net recovery for clients.

Requirements

• Experience: 2+ years of dedicated experience in New Jersey Plaintiff Personal Injury (New York experience is a plus, but NJ procedural knowledge is required).
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in case management software (e.g., SmartAdvocate, Filevine, or Needles) and the NJ eCourts filing system.
• Process Knowledge: Deep understanding of the "No-Fault" (PIP) landscape and the verbal threshold in New Jersey.
• The "Proactive" Mindset: Anticipate the next move to keep the file moving toward resolution without waiting for attorney direction.
• Spanish fluency required.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Salary is commensurate with expert-level experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package.
• Culture of Excellence: Work alongside some of the sharpest trial attorneys in the region in a fast-paced, professional environment.
• Impact: Play a direct role in securing justice and financial recovery for individuals who have suffered life-altering injuries.