Personal Injury Case Manager - Paralegal, Teaneck

Description

Plaintiff - Personal Injury Case Manager/Paralegal - Bergen County

A prominent plaintiff's law firm based in Teaneck, NJ, is seeking an experienced Personal Injury (Plaintiff) Litigation Paralegal /Case Manager to join their expanding team. The ideal candidate must possess 3-10 years of litigation experience. Previous litigation and personal injury experience are

required.

Medical malpractice experience is a plusCandidates without the required experience will not be considered.

A comprehensive benefits package is provided: Free employee medical coverage, with paid deductible Vision and dental coverage at a minimal surcharge Life insurance and supplemental disability coverage 401(k) plan Voluntary AFLAC coverage Voluntary Pet Insurance Vet Coverage Accrued Paid Sick LeavePTO days, along with Major Federal Holidays

Responsibilities

Including, but not limited to:• Handle all aspects of personal injury files from filing the complaint until the conclusion of the case • Maintain frequent and compassionate communication with clients regarding case status, treatment progress, and legal steps • Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery responses, and settlement demands• Coordinate with medical providers to obtain and summarize records and bills • Prepare cases for arbitration, mediation, and trial as necessary • Track deadlines and manage attorney calendars to ensure timely filings and appearances

Qualifications

• Self-starter who can work with little supervision, be extremely organized, and very detail-oriented • Minimum 3 years of experience in plaintiff's personal injury law (required) • Strong understanding of New Jersey tort law, court procedures, and e-filing systems. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills• Proficient in legal case management software • Ability to multitask, work independently, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment. • Treat others with respect and contribute to a positive team environment • Knowledge of Trial Pad and/or TrialWorks is a plus • Strong computer skills with Microsoft Word and PDF conversion software. Experience with Excel and PowerPoint is necessary• Knowledge of Local and State discovery rules • Organization skills and attention to detail