Litigation Paralegal

Silicon Valley Recruiting • Bloomfield, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Our client is a well-established and highly respected New Jersey plaintiff's personal injury and medical malpractice law firm seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal / Legal Secretary to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and is passionate about supporting attorneys through all phases of complex personal injury cases. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of plaintiff-side personal injury litigation experience and possess exceptional organizational, communication, and case management skills.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of plaintiff personal injury litigation experience required.
• Strong knowledge of New Jersey litigation procedures and court deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple active cases simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a deadline-driven environment.
• Professional, client-focused demeanor with excellent interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys throughout all phases of plaintiff personal injury litigation, from case inception through trial.
• Prepare, draft, and proofread legal correspondence, pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and other litigation documents.
• Manage case files, maintain litigation calendars, and monitor deadlines to ensure timely filings.
• Coordinate depositions, mediations, arbitrations, court appearances, and expert witness scheduling.
• Obtain, organize, and summarize medical records, medical bills, and other case-related documentation.
• Communicate professionally with clients, medical providers, experts, insurance carriers, and court personnel.
• Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit organization, trial notebooks, witness coordination, and document management.
• Maintain accurate case information and provide administrative support to attorneys as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed