Advanced Personnel Resources is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Legal Assistant for a new opening with our client here in the Triad. The Personal Injury Legal Assistant should have a minimum of 3-5 years of comprehensive experience in both pre-litigation and litigation phases. This role will support our client's legal team in handling a diverse caseload of personal injury matters, ensuring efficient case management from inception through resolution.
Job Duties:
- Case Management: Manage a caseload of personal injury files from initial intake
through litigation and settlement or trial.
- Client Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing
updates on case progress, answering inquiries, and ensuring exceptional client service.
- Investigation and Documentation: Conduct investigations and gather relevant medical records, police reports, and other documentation necessary for case evaluation and preparation.
- Drafting: Prepare pleadings, discovery requests, responses, and other legal documents under attorney supervision.
- Legal Research: Conduct legal research on relevant laws, regulations, and case
precedents to support case strategy and preparation.
- Trial Preparation: Assist attorneys in trial preparation, including organizing exhibits,
witness lists, and other trial-related materials.
- Settlement Negotiation: Assist in negotiating settlements with insurance companies and opposing counsel.
- Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support such as scheduling
appointments, maintaining calendars, and managing correspondence.
Qualifications:
- Education: A Bachelor's Degree and/or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved
program is preferred.
- Experience: 3-5 years of experience as a personal injury paralegal with proficiency in
pre-litigation and litigation tasks.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
Travel requirement:
Ability to Relocate:
- Greensboro, NC: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person