DescriptionPlaintiff - Personal Injury Case Manager/Paralegal - Bergen CountyA 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 Leave
- PTO days, along with Major Federal Holidays
ResponsibilitiesIncluding, 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