PERENICH LAW INJURY ATTORNEYS
Litigation Paralegal
PERENICH LAW INJURY ATTORNEYS, Clearwater, Florida, United States, 34623
JOB TITLE: Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal
REPORTS TO: Firm Administrator
LOCATION: Clearwater, Florida (in office position)
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time
STATUS: Hourly; Non-Exempt
HOURS: 40 hours per week; Monday – Friday; 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
COMPENSATION: Negotiable, based on experience
POSITION SUMMARY The candidate must possess a minimum of five (5) years prior experience in managing Plaintiffs personal injury litigation caseload. Our ideal candidate will also possess superb interpersonal skills, unquestionable integrity, self-discipline, the ability to adapt to changes in processes and procedures, be detail‑oriented, self‑motivated, a team‑player, the ability to multi‑task, be an excellent communicator (written and verbal), and be proficient in all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage all aspects of personal injury cases from beginning to end.
Gather, analyze, and research information and documents.
Educate the client on case progression and set appropriate client expectations.
Escalate issues to the attorney as necessary.
Monitor negotiations and offers.
Coordinate client sign‑outs.
Communicate and correspond with clients, lien holders, providers and others in the legal community.
Maintain client files.
Calculate and manage deadlines.
Review, analyze and summarize case files and medical records.
Review, draft and file legal documents such as discovery responses, motions, complaints, and other pleadings for attorneys.
Assist attorneys with preparation of cases for trial.
Attend trial with attorneys and assist throughout trial.
Prepare various legal documents.
Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Bachelor’s Degree, preferred.
Paralegal Certification; preferred.
A minimum of 5 years of Personal Injury (Plaintiff) experience, required.
Current Personal Injury Litigation experience required.
Complex Personal Injury Litigation experience a plus.
SKILLS REQUIRED
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
FileVine Case Management Software experience preferred.
Proficiency with computers, telephone lines, and other related office equipment.
Strong organizational skills; ability to follow instructions, switch tasks quickly and meet deadlines.
Exercise sound judgment, work independently, and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues.
Strong professionalism both in appearance and presentation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent planning and reporting skills.
Multitasking and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
Customer service attitude.
Follow‑up skills.
Ability to handle and keep client information confidential.
Proficiency with legal administration and writing.
BEHAVIORS REQUIRED
Sense of urgency.
Ability to make judgment calls.
Expected to be highly accurate.
Ability to learn and adapt quickly.
A positive outlook and vision.
Stand by the service we deliver.
Lifelong learner who enjoys improving knowledge.
Ability to direct and facilitate conversations.
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REPORTS TO: Firm Administrator
LOCATION: Clearwater, Florida (in office position)
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time
STATUS: Hourly; Non-Exempt
HOURS: 40 hours per week; Monday – Friday; 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
COMPENSATION: Negotiable, based on experience
POSITION SUMMARY The candidate must possess a minimum of five (5) years prior experience in managing Plaintiffs personal injury litigation caseload. Our ideal candidate will also possess superb interpersonal skills, unquestionable integrity, self-discipline, the ability to adapt to changes in processes and procedures, be detail‑oriented, self‑motivated, a team‑player, the ability to multi‑task, be an excellent communicator (written and verbal), and be proficient in all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage all aspects of personal injury cases from beginning to end.
Gather, analyze, and research information and documents.
Educate the client on case progression and set appropriate client expectations.
Escalate issues to the attorney as necessary.
Monitor negotiations and offers.
Coordinate client sign‑outs.
Communicate and correspond with clients, lien holders, providers and others in the legal community.
Maintain client files.
Calculate and manage deadlines.
Review, analyze and summarize case files and medical records.
Review, draft and file legal documents such as discovery responses, motions, complaints, and other pleadings for attorneys.
Assist attorneys with preparation of cases for trial.
Attend trial with attorneys and assist throughout trial.
Prepare various legal documents.
Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Bachelor’s Degree, preferred.
Paralegal Certification; preferred.
A minimum of 5 years of Personal Injury (Plaintiff) experience, required.
Current Personal Injury Litigation experience required.
Complex Personal Injury Litigation experience a plus.
SKILLS REQUIRED
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
FileVine Case Management Software experience preferred.
Proficiency with computers, telephone lines, and other related office equipment.
Strong organizational skills; ability to follow instructions, switch tasks quickly and meet deadlines.
Exercise sound judgment, work independently, and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues.
Strong professionalism both in appearance and presentation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent planning and reporting skills.
Multitasking and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
Customer service attitude.
Follow‑up skills.
Ability to handle and keep client information confidential.
Proficiency with legal administration and writing.
BEHAVIORS REQUIRED
Sense of urgency.
Ability to make judgment calls.
Expected to be highly accurate.
Ability to learn and adapt quickly.
A positive outlook and vision.
Stand by the service we deliver.
Lifelong learner who enjoys improving knowledge.
Ability to direct and facilitate conversations.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at PERENICH LAW INJURY ATTORNEYS by 2x
Get notified about new Litigation Paralegal jobs in
Clearwater, FL .
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