Personal Injury Legal Assistant

Brandon J. Broderick•Whitpain Township, PA

15h•Onsite

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 actively searching for a Personal Injury Legal Assistant that has a wealth of experience in both pre-litigation and litigation phases. We value the expertise that comes with the many years that a seasoned Legal Assistant can bring. Your role will be pivotal, requiring proficiency in legal software, excellent communication skills, and a knack for time management. This full-time, onsite position is designed for a dedicated professional who is eager to be a dependable team member for our attorneys, contributing significantly to our collaborative efforts. If you have a passion for legal support and a desire to be part of a team that values your experience and work/life balance, we invite you to join us.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant, Litigation Assistant, or similar role in a personal injury law firm.
Prior experience handling Pennsylvania personal injury litigation is strongly preferred.
Working knowledge of Pennsylvania state court procedures, deadlines, and litigation practices.
Experience managing litigation calendars and coordinating depositions, mediations, and court appearances.
Familiarity with medical records, discovery, and personal injury case documentation.
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software.
Professional, client-focused demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Review, scan, and accurately upload all incoming mail, emails, and faxes into the firm's document and case management systems.
Maintain the litigation calendar, including IMEs, depositions, arbitrations, mediations, court appearances, and all court deadlines and notices.
Prepare and send client correspondence regarding scheduled litigation events, including IMEs, depositions, arbitrations, mediations, and court appearances.
Coordinate depositions, including scheduling court reporters, interpreters, and videographers as needed.
Confirm all attorney appearances and upcoming events with clients, opposing counsel, and third-party vendors.
Request and obtain medical records, billing records, and narrative reports from healthcare providers.
Organize and maintain electronic medical records for use in discovery, interrogatories, document production, and trial preparation.
Prepare and send correspondence to opposing counsel regarding amended discovery responses, supplemental productions, and related case materials.
Schedule plaintiff medical examinations and expert evaluations, ensuring all necessary records and imaging are provided in advance.
Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, medical providers, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
Process pre-settlement funding requests in accordance with firm policies.
Provide day-to-day administrative and litigation support to attorneys and paralegals throughout the life of a Pennsylvania personal injury case.