Paralegal - Personal Injury Litigation

Speaks Law Firm•Wilmington, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Speaks Law Firm is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Case Manager (Paralegal) to join their Wilmington, NC office. The firm values its team members as the driving force behind its success and client value. Candidates must have a minimum of three (3) years of litigation case management experience specific to personal injury. The position requires the ability to work on-site from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a personal injury law firm or equivalent required
Passion for advocating for our clients and maintaining a positive attitude required
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required
Intermediate to advanced computer skills required
Ability to effectively and professionally communicate and collaborate with clients and colleagues

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree or higher preferred
Paralegal certificate a plus

Responsibilities

Maintain effective communication with attorneys, clients, insurance adjusters, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects
Draft legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; file motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures
Research and analyze statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provide written analysis to attorneys
Interview clients and witnesses and prepare summaries of their statements
Prepare, organize, store, and retrieve case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items
Monitor & manage client’s medical treatment
Send requests for information including medical records & billing
Organize and maintain electronic client files
Prepare and electronically file general correspondence, e-mails, demand packages and other exhibits
Understand subrogation liens & disputing unrelated charges
Ability to complete balance sheets accurately reflecting Rule 414 payments/adjustments
Familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid, and other health insurance portals
Other duties as assigned