Litigation Paralegal

Brandon J. Broderick•River Edge, NJ

2d•$75,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Brandon J. Broderick is a prestigious and forward-thinking law firm committed to delivering exceptional legal services. With a blend of tradition and innovation, we are dedicated to staying at the forefront of legal practice and technology. We care deeply about our clients and our employees and are committed to ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive and contribute to our collective success. We are seeking a detail-oriented individual with a minimum of 5 years of plaintiff personal injury law firm experience. Proficiency in legal software and strong communication skills are essential. The ideal candidate must excel in time management, possess analytical abilities, and thrive in a collaborative team environment. If you are organized, adaptable, and passionate about supporting legal proceedings, we encourage you to apply. Annual salary offer will be based upon years of experience. Tired of your outrageous case load? Come join a team where we value work-life balance and have the technology to support you!

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Law or related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a plaintiff's personal injury law firm environment
Proficiency in legal software such as Litify, eCourts, and legal databases
Excellent written communication skills
Meticulous attention to detail
Strong analytical skills
Effective time management abilities
Demonstrated team collaboration experience
Professional interpersonal communication skills
Willingness to adapt to changing priorities and technologies
Commitment to upholding ethical standards
Strong organizational skills
Basic understanding of legal research methodologies
Relevant certifications or licenses related to paralegal studies or legal assistance.

Responsibilities

Manage a litigation caseload under attorney supervision.
Draft, prepare, and file pleadings, motions, discovery demands and responses, subpoenas, and other litigation documents.
Coordinate electronic filing through New Jersey state and federal court systems.
Maintain litigation calendars, including court deadlines, discovery schedules, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial dates.
Review, organize, and summarize medical records, billing records, employment records, insurance documentation, and other case-related evidence.
Communicate regularly with clients regarding case status, treatment updates, and document collection.
Coordinate and schedule depositions, independent medical examinations (IMEs), expert reviews, mediations, and court appearances.
Draft discovery requests, including interrogatories, notices to produce, and requests for admissions.
Review and organize discovery responses and identify outstanding deficiencies.
Prepare settlement demand packages and assist attorneys with settlement negotiations.
Obtain and analyze police reports, incident reports, witness statements, and other liability-related evidence.
Coordinate with medical providers, experts, investigators, insurance carriers, and opposing counsel.
Prepare medical chronologies, liability summaries, and damages analyses.
Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit preparation, witness coordination, trial notebooks, and courtroom logistics.
Maintain accurate case files and ensure all case management systems are updated.
Track liens, subrogation interests, and outstanding medical balances.
Conduct factual investigations and assist with locating witnesses and obtaining supporting documentation.
Prepare correspondence to clients, insurance carriers, medical providers, and opposing counsel.
Support attorneys in case evaluation, strategy development, and trial preparation.