Personal Injury Paralegal

Berry Law Firm•Lincoln, NE

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Berry Law is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal to join their team and provide comprehensive support to attorneys across active personal injury cases. This is a high-impact role for someone who takes ownership, stays organized under pressure, and is committed to delivering exceptional results for clients. The role involves conducting initial client consultations, gathering information, collecting and organizing evidence, assisting in the preparation of legal documents, communicating with various parties, tracking deadlines, preparing settlement demand packages, maintaining case files, providing support to attorneys, preparing trial notebooks, and mentoring Legal Assistants.

Requirements

3+ years of paralegal or legal support experience, preferably in personal injury
Advanced knowledge of the legal process and strong understanding of the legal industry
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related legal software
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to navigate conflict with professionalism and tact
Superior organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a creative, solutions-oriented mindset
Strategic thinker with a results-driven mentality
Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills
Ability to manage multiple cases and priorities simultaneously while remaining calm under pressure
Highly organized with the ability to develop processes and manage compliance
Favorable professional references
Favorable criminal background investigation

Nice To Haves

Paralegal certification preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct initial client consultations and gather information to support personal injury claims
Collect and organize evidence including medical records, police reports, and witness statements
Assist in the preparation of legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests
Communicate professionally with clients, insurance adjusters, medical providers, and all parties involved in a case
Track deadlines and ensure all necessary paperwork is filed accurately and on time
Assist in the preparation of settlement demand packages and support negotiations with insurance companies
Maintain organized, up-to-date case files and ensure all client communications are thoroughly documented
Provide comprehensive support to attorneys including scheduling, calendar management, and case coordination
Prepare trial notebooks and assist with all aspects of trial preparation
Mentor and train Legal Assistants on administrative tasks and firm procedures