Job description
Paralegal – NJ
Personal Auto: No-Fault/PIP, UM/UIM, & Bodily Injury
Location: Princeton, NJ / Hybrid Role
Salary: $75K - $100K
- Support 1-2 attorneys with discovery-related tasks, medical record collection, medical summaries/chronologies, appeals, and trial preparation.
- Communicate in writing and verbally with attorneys, witnesses, and clients to schedule or confirm appearances
- Review, edit, and adjust the litigation calendar and confirm depositions and court appearances
- Draft legal documents and pleadings, including deposition notices, subpoenas, authorizations, motions, and certifications
- Ability to thrive in a high-volume environment, managing an electronic-based case load.
- Must be organized with the ability to multitask while prioritizing work.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- College Degree (4yr preferred)
- Minimum of 1 year working as a Paralegal in Personal Injury or Bodily Injury with a strong understanding of legal processes, case management, and supporting attorneys in litigation or appeals.
- Specific experience interacting with the Court, drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery; coordinating medical exams, scheduling court appearances & discovery, and managing all aspects of the defense of cases from inception through trial.
- Paralegal Certification or equivalent education/experience required.
- Detail-oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Legal/law firm experience preferred, with litigation or insurance defense experience.
- Must possess excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills, as well as the ability to multitask.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a focus on Excel and spreadsheet analysis
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