Litigation Paralegal

About This Role

Working as a Litigation Paralegal means being a dedicated advocate for clients during one of the hardest moments of their lives. This role involves owning the client relationship completely, ensuring they feel heard, supported, and confident that someone is genuinely working for them, and never like just a file number.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in reviewing and assessing the merits of clients’ Personal Injury claims by organizing, reviewing, and summarizing records, documents, and evidence to support case evaluation and valuation
• Support attorneys in Personal Injury matters by drafting pleadings, discovery, motions, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Prepare filings, coordinate service, and ensure accuracy and timeliness in all submissions
• Assist in the development and execution of case strategies by conducting legal research, summarizing medical records, organizing evidence, preparing demand packages, and supporting negotiations with insurance carriers
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients regarding case status, document requests, and procedural updates, maintaining professional, consistent, and compassionate communication throughout the life of the case
• Support litigation efforts by managing discovery, preparing exhibit lists, organizing trial binders, coordinating depositions, and assisting with trial and hearing preparation
• Organize and maintain case files, track deadlines and statutes, update case management systems, and coordinate with internal teams, experts, and external vendors to ensure smooth case progression
• Demonstrate a strong knowledge of liens, including Medicare and ERISA
• Uphold professional ethics, confidentiality, and compliance with all applicable legal rules, firm policies, and regulatory requirements

Requirements

• A minimum of 3–7 years of experience supporting attorneys in pre-litigation and litigated personal injury matters on cases in New York
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience reviewing and summarizing medical records
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently while collaborating with a team

Nice to have:

• Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate
• Experience in high-volume or fast-growing law firms
• Familiarity with Illinois court rules and procedures
• Experience with case management software (e.g., Filevine, Clio, SmartAdvocate)
• Comfort working in evolving systems and processes
• Bilingual in the Spanish language