Senior Litigation Paralegal - Personal Injury (Hybrid)

CR Legal Team • Greensboro, NC

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

CR Legal Team is hiring a Senior Litigation Paralegal to support personal injury litigation and provide client-focused case management. The role works with attorneys and other Team members to manage client cases, prepare documents for attorney approval, communicate with clients and external parties, organize case materials, and support legal proceedings. The paralegal handles sensitive client information confidentially, follows firm policies and ethical obligations, and avoids the unauthorized practice of law. The position requires working in-office as scheduled for client meetings, collaboration, training, and other events. The Senior Litigation Paralegal may also train, mentor, or guide less-experienced Team members.

Requirements

• Five or more years of prior litigation experience.
• Strong knowledge of litigation case management, practices, and procedures.
• Exceptional client advocacy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in case management and other relevant software.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree.
• Personal injury litigation experience.
• Paralegal degree and/or certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple tasks efficiently and communicate, problem-solve, and work professionally with Team members and the public.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client information and follow privacy, data security, document retention, and firm policies.
• Use case management software, computers, databases, portals, state and federal e-filing systems, and other relevant software.
• Provide customer service and interface with clients, providers, and Team members according to firm procedures.
• Prepare medical summaries, correspondence, discovery, pleadings, and administrative forms for attorney approval.
• Communicate with clients about non-legal case-management matters and refer legal issues to the appropriate attorneys.
• Assist attorneys with written and verbal communications with adjusters, defense counsel, court administration, and clients.
• Communicate with clients to obtain case-relevant information about treatment, medical matters, work status, and records, and notify attorneys of changes or concerns.
• Prepare for legal proceedings and submit appropriate information and legal forms or documents to relevant organizations as instructed by attorneys.
• Investigate and collect pertinent information, including when only limited information is available, and apply critical thinking to case management.
• Collaborate with attorneys and Team members to identify relevant facts and issues and handle client cases effectively.
• Gather, process, and organize medical records, bills, pleadings, legal filings, and other case documents in a timely manner.
• Notify attorneys when pertinent records or information are received and complete associated tasks.
• Manage and complete assigned tasks according to procedure.
• Review mail daily, document information pertinent to cases, and advise the appropriate attorneys when it is received.
• Confirm balances and expenses and prepare settlement documents for attorney review.
• Collaborate with Team members to meet office and departmental goals and provide backup support, including client meetings and video conferences.
• Train, mentor, and guide less-experienced Team members when appropriate or requested.

Benefits

• Medical plan options, including a zero-dollar-premium high-deductible health plan option for employee-only coverage.
• Dental plan option.
• Vision plan option.
• Virtual healthcare access.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Disability insurance options, including employer-paid long-term disability.
• Life insurance options, including employer-paid basic life insurance.
• 11 company-paid holidays.
• Paid time off.
• Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program.
• Team Member Discount Program through Perks at Work.
• Employer-paid Benefits Assistance/Advocacy Program.
• Inclusive and diverse working environment.
• Positive, team-driven culture.
• Personalized development plans to support career growth.
• Innovative technology and case management systems.
• Competitive pay.

What This Job Offers

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