Personal Injury Paralegal

Crisp Recruit • Kansas City, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

CPY Law, LLC is a growing personal injury law firm focused on dedicated legal representation and responsive client service. The Personal Injury Paralegal will support the firm’s pre-litigation operations, maintain effective client communication, and assist with case-related responsibilities. The role works closely with attorneys and other legal professionals to help develop efficient workflows and a supportive team environment.

The paralegal will maintain regular communication with clients during medical treatment, coordinate medical treatment follow-up, organize case documentation, and assist attorneys with assigned responsibilities. The role supports accurate and timely documentation, efficient case workflows, and consistent client service throughout the pre-litigation process. Occasional assistance with litigation tasks is also required.

This is an in-office position with standard hours of 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. An alternative schedule ending at 5:30 PM with a one-hour lunch may be available. Remote work is not routinely offered, though occasional exceptions may be considered case by case.

Requirements

• Clearly and empathetically communicate with clients throughout the case process.
• Have strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple cases and meet strict deadlines.
• Be comfortable working in a growing law firm with evolving procedures and established expectations.
• Demonstrate a willingness to contribute ideas for improving workflows and operational efficiency.
• Be willing to learn Filevine if unfamiliar with the platform.
• Candidates with limited or no direct personal injury experience may be considered if they demonstrate strong aptitude, a solid work ethic, critical-thinking skills, and a willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

• Ideally, 2–4 years of personal injury paralegal experience, particularly in pre-litigation case management.
• Familiarity with Filevine.

Responsibilities

• Maintain regular communication with assigned personal injury clients throughout their medical treatment, follow up on treatment progress, address case-related questions within the scope of the role, and keep clients informed in coordination with the legal team.
• Maintain detailed and accurate information in the case management system, ensure deadlines are met, and complete tasks efficiently.
• Track and obtain necessary medical records, and prepare summaries and documentation for attorney review.
• Manage assigned pre-litigation responsibilities, including client follow-up, case documentation, and coordination of case-related tasks.
• Collaborate with attorneys and other team members to support timely case progression and maintain accurate, organized files.
• Occasionally assist with litigation tasks, such as discovery responses and mediation statements.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience and qualifications.
• The firm covers 100% of the premium for employee-only health insurance on the base plan.
• Dental, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage are available at the employee’s cost.
• Paid time off accrues with tenure, starting at one week and increasing to four weeks with longevity at the firm.
• The firm generally observes major court holidays, including Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Eve.
• Additional days off may be offered at the firm’s discretion or through specific employee recognition initiatives.
• Professional growth and the opportunity to contribute to the firm’s evolving processes and expanding operations.
• A collaborative team culture with direct work alongside firm partners, where input and innovation are valued.
• The opportunity to contribute to meaningful cases and suggest workflow and operational improvements.

What This Job Offers

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