Litigation Paralegal (Personal Injury)

FlexStaff•Village of New Hyde Park, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

FlexStaff is seeking a Litigation Paralegal for our client, a leading NYS Personal Injury Law Firm in Nassau County. This is an onsite position in Rockville Centre. The ideal candidate must have at least 2 years’ experience handling premises, automobile, construction, and municipal liability cases from inception through trial, strong multitasking, organizational and communication skills, adhere to deadlines, and detail oriented. The candidate must also have experience with litigation, including drafting pleadings, discovery, e-filing and trial preparation.

Requirements

At least 2 years’ experience handling premises, automobile, construction, and municipal liability cases from inception through trial
Strong multitasking, organizational and communication skills
Adhere to deadlines
Detail oriented
Experience with litigation, including drafting pleadings, discovery, e-filing and trial preparation

Nice To Haves

Paralegal Certificate or extensive experience preferred
Excellent communication and organization abilities
Experience using legal database software and tasking system
Microsoft Office experience preferred
Associate (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Work with attorneys to develop legal arguments, documents and pleadings, motions and other case filings
Request, review and organize medical bills and records
Work with attorneys for trial preparation including lining up witnesses, preparing jury instructions, voir dire, exhibits and verdict sheets
Respond to discovery, prepare correspondence, and e-file pleadings
Prepare cases for final disbursal