Senior Paralegal, Personal Injury Litigation

Edwards Injury Firm•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

Edwards Injury Law is seeking an experienced Senior Paralegal to manage personal injury cases and provide high-level litigation support. The role independently manages cases from the post-treatment phase through settlement or litigation resolution and supports attorneys with litigation preparation and trial. The successful candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, organized, and able to take ownership of deadlines, documentation, client communication, and competing priorities. Personal injury experience is strongly preferred, and CasePeer experience is a plus. The Senior Paralegal manages assigned cases, tracks milestones and deadlines, maintains accurate electronic files, and prepares case summaries, medical chronologies, and supporting materials for attorney review. The position assists with litigation documents and coordinates discovery, depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation. It also involves communicating with clients, coordinating records and signatures, collaborating with attorneys and team members, following firm procedures, and identifying workflow improvements. Success in the role means cases remain organized and consistently progress; attorneys receive accurate information and litigation materials in a timely manner; deadlines and potential issues are addressed proactively; clients receive professional communication; and cases move forward with minimal administrative bottlenecks and limited day-to-day oversight. Edwards Injury Law describes its approach as client-centered and committed to professional excellence and building a strong, accountable team that values initiative, clear communication, collaboration, and ownership.

Requirements

At least five years of paralegal experience.
Associate's or bachelor's degree in paralegal studies, legal studies, or a related field, or equivalent relevant education and experience.
Strong organizational, legal writing, proofreading, and document management skills.
Ability to independently manage cases, deadlines, and competing priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic case management systems.
Strong attention to detail, professional judgment, and commitment to confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Plaintiff-side personal injury experience.
Experience managing cases through settlement and litigation.
Paralegal certification through a recognized paralegal certification program.
Familiarity with CasePeer or similar legal case management platforms.
Experience with discovery, deposition preparation, mediation, and trial support.

Responsibilities

Manage assigned personal injury cases from the post-treatment phase through settlement or litigation resolution.
Track deadlines, case milestones, outstanding documentation, and next steps.
Maintain complete, accurate, and organized electronic case files.
Prepare case summaries, medical chronologies, and supporting documentation for attorney review and settlement evaluation.
Identify delays, missing information, and potential issues, and escalate concerns proactively.
Assist with pleadings, discovery, motions, subpoenas, and other litigation documents.
Coordinate discovery responses, depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation.
Organize evidence, medical records, correspondence, and exhibits for litigation.
Monitor litigation calendars and ensure deadlines and deliverables are met.
Support settlement documentation, releases, and disbursement preparation under attorney supervision.
Anticipate attorney needs and keep cases moving with minimal oversight.
Provide timely, professional case updates and respond to client inquiries.
Coordinate outstanding records, signatures, and case-related information.
Collaborate with attorneys and team members to maintain case progression and a consistent client experience.
Escalate client concerns and case issues appropriately.
Maintain accurate case management records and follow established firm procedures.
Prioritize competing deadlines and follow tasks through to completion.
Identify workflow gaps and recommend improvements.
Contribute to consistent case management practices as the firm grows.