Paralegal Trainee

Carter Mario Law Firm•North Haven, CT

About The Position

Begin your legal career with the Carter Mario Law Firm! The Carter Mario Law Firm has been helping personal injury victims throughout Connecticut for over 35 years. We are a strong, growing team committed to providing compassionate, client-focused legal representation. If you are looking to start a rewarding career as a personal injury paralegal, this is your opportunity! The paralegal trainee role is a full-time paid position with benefits! After one week of orientation in our Milford, CT location, the 6-8-week training program takes place in our North Haven location. After successful completion of the program, the trainee will transition to a paralegal position in the North Haven location or in one of our other locations depending on commute and business needs. Other locations are in Milford, Bridgeport, Hartford, New Britain, Waterbury, and Stamford.

Requirements

Strong customer service skills
Ability to demonstrate patience and empathy
AS degree in legal studies or legal office experience preferred
Knowledge of medical terminology beneficial
Professional written and verbal communication skills
Efficient time management skills
Detail oriented
Proactive
Team player who can also work independently
Ability to navigate various software programs, Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and Adobe.

Nice To Haves

AS degree in legal studies or legal office experience preferred
Knowledge of medical terminology beneficial

Responsibilities

Communicate frequently with clients in person and by phone
Provide timely follow up and follow to clients, attorneys, and medical providers
Accurate and timely documentation of case activity
Obtain police reports and medical documentation
Monitor liens and confirm balances
Prepare documents and statements for attorney review
Prepare file status reviews
Complete file opening and closing tasks
Prepare and send correspondence
Process scans/mail received daily
Assist with phone coverage as needed
Perform tasks under the direction of the Attorney and/or Supervisor