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Witherite Law Group

Paralegal

Witherite Law Group, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383

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Witherite Law Group (WLG) is a personal injury law firm specializing in motor vehicle accidents. Our vision is to improve the life of each person we serve. Whether it is for our employees, our clients, or our community, WLG puts people first, provides unmatched expertise, and displays integrity in every situation.

Our attorneys and staff are committed to helping injured clients get the care and service they deserve. We take care of the complex legal work so that our clients can focus on recovery and getting their lives back. We are determined to help our clients get the settlement they deserve, and we will be by our client’s side every step of the way.

This firm is a Top 100 Places to Work recipient and a National Top Workplace honoree. We are proud of these achievements and honored to be among this prestigious list of companies. Our culture is special. But you can’t just take our word for it…apply today and join the WLG family.

Position Summary Witherite Law Group and associated companies seeks professionals who want to join a high‑performing team committed to working together to accomplish our mission and uphold our values of People First, Unmatched Expertise, and Integrity Always. The Litigation Paralegal will manage a caseload of 50‑75 cases, assisting attorneys with drafting demand letters, pleadings, motions, and discovery responses. The position requires detailed auditing of cases, including medical bills, case expenses, and subrogation liens, and ensuring accurate case‑data management in Filevine. The paralegal will also assist in trial preparation, communicate with clients and external parties, and maintain professional standards of appearance and conduct. Experience with trucking litigation is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

Effectively manage a case load of 50‑75 cases

Accurately draft demand letters, pleadings, discovery and various motions

Continually communicate with clients, counsel, experts, and courts

Audit cases for all expenses (medical bills, case expenses, LOC providers, subrogation liens)

Accurately maintain case‑management data in Filevine (case‑management database)

Prepare trial documents and assist with trial preparation

Proficient in personal injury law involving motor vehicle collisions

Proficient in preparing discovery responses

Detail oriented with a focus on grammar and language arts

Professional appearance and behavior

Working knowledge of common deadlines and protocols of personal injury litigation

Trucking experience preferred

Qualifications

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills on the phone, in person and email

Excellent time management, multi‑tasking, and critical thinking abilities

College degree or comparable paralegal certification and experience

Minimum of 4 years of experience in a plaintiff’s personal injury law firm (5+ years preferred)

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and case‑management software (Filevine preferred)

Physical Requirements

Office environment with normal business hours necessary to satisfactorily perform job functions

Stationary position – must be able to remain stationary up to 50% of the time

Occasional movement within office, including accessing file cabinets, meeting rooms, office machinery; may occasionally ascend/descend stairs to other floors

Dexterity required for operating computer and office machinery such as copier/printer

Occasional lifting of supplies up to 10 pounds for presentation or event needs

Effective communication of information; clear expression of ideas in various situations

Attention to detail and observation required at close range

Benefits and Perks

Company‑paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Company‑paid STD (no waiting period) and LTD Insurance

Option to purchase additional Life and AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage

401(k) with company contributions

Paid Time Off

10 Company Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: WLG and its affiliated companies provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Interested in building your career at Witherite Law Group? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Please note that this job description is intended to outline the primary duties of the role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The job description is subject to change with or without prior notice, and a reasonable accommodation may be requested to perform the essential functions of the job.

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