Personal Injury Paralegal
Legal Core Careers, Elizabeth, NJ, United States
Responsibilities
Prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and discovery responses
Conduct legal research using tools such as LexisNexis, Westlaw, or similar platforms
Manage and maintain case files, ensuring accuracy, organization, and timely updates
Review and summarize medical records, police reports, and other case documentation
Assist with case development and litigation strategy
Coordinate and assist in trial preparation, including preparation of trial binders
Communicate professionally with clients, witnesses, medical providers, and opposing counsel
Conduct client and witness interviews to gather relevant case information
Track deadlines and ensure compliance with court requirements
Provide administrative and clerical support as needed
Collaborate closely with attorneys and legal staff throughout the litigation process
Qualifications
2–5 years of Personal Injury paralegal experience required
Strong experience in litigation support and case management
Familiarity with New Jersey legal procedures and court requirements
Proficiency in legal drafting, document review, and proofreading
Strong research skills using LexisNexis, Westlaw, or similar legal research platforms
Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously
Professionalism and strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information
Trial preparation experience is a plus
Spanish language proficiency is preferred, but not required
Strong client communication and case coordination skills are preferred
Base salary: $75,000 – $100,000 per year
Competitive bonus structure based on performance
Paid Time Off
Additional benefits may be discussed during the interview process
About Us We are a plaintiff-side personal injury law firm dedicated to representing individuals and families who have been harmed due to negligence.
Our practice focuses on a wide range of serious personal injury matters, including catastrophic injury, wrongful death, construction and workplace accidents, motor vehicle accidents, medical negligence, premises liability, slip and fall cases, nursing home negligence, and other complex injury claims.
Our team is committed to strong advocacy, detailed case preparation, and client-centered representation at every stage of litigation. We value legal professionals who are organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to supporting strong outcomes for injured clients.
Job Description The Personal Injury Paralegal will support attorneys in all phases of Personal Injury litigation, from case preparation through trial support.
Location This is a full-time, in-person position in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Candidates must be able to work on-site and support attorneys with litigation and case management needs.
Why You Will Love Working Here
This is an opportunity to join a litigation-focused personal injury practice where paralegals play an important role in case preparation, client support, and litigation outcomes.
You will work closely with experienced attorneys, contribute directly to case development, and support meaningful work on behalf of injured clients.
Job Type: Full-time #J-18808-Ljbffr
Prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and discovery responses
Conduct legal research using tools such as LexisNexis, Westlaw, or similar platforms
Manage and maintain case files, ensuring accuracy, organization, and timely updates
Review and summarize medical records, police reports, and other case documentation
Assist with case development and litigation strategy
Coordinate and assist in trial preparation, including preparation of trial binders
Communicate professionally with clients, witnesses, medical providers, and opposing counsel
Conduct client and witness interviews to gather relevant case information
Track deadlines and ensure compliance with court requirements
Provide administrative and clerical support as needed
Collaborate closely with attorneys and legal staff throughout the litigation process
Qualifications
2–5 years of Personal Injury paralegal experience required
Strong experience in litigation support and case management
Familiarity with New Jersey legal procedures and court requirements
Proficiency in legal drafting, document review, and proofreading
Strong research skills using LexisNexis, Westlaw, or similar legal research platforms
Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously
Professionalism and strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information
Trial preparation experience is a plus
Spanish language proficiency is preferred, but not required
Strong client communication and case coordination skills are preferred
Base salary: $75,000 – $100,000 per year
Competitive bonus structure based on performance
Paid Time Off
Additional benefits may be discussed during the interview process
About Us We are a plaintiff-side personal injury law firm dedicated to representing individuals and families who have been harmed due to negligence.
Our practice focuses on a wide range of serious personal injury matters, including catastrophic injury, wrongful death, construction and workplace accidents, motor vehicle accidents, medical negligence, premises liability, slip and fall cases, nursing home negligence, and other complex injury claims.
Our team is committed to strong advocacy, detailed case preparation, and client-centered representation at every stage of litigation. We value legal professionals who are organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to supporting strong outcomes for injured clients.
Job Description The Personal Injury Paralegal will support attorneys in all phases of Personal Injury litigation, from case preparation through trial support.
Location This is a full-time, in-person position in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Candidates must be able to work on-site and support attorneys with litigation and case management needs.
Why You Will Love Working Here
This is an opportunity to join a litigation-focused personal injury practice where paralegals play an important role in case preparation, client support, and litigation outcomes.
You will work closely with experienced attorneys, contribute directly to case development, and support meaningful work on behalf of injured clients.
Job Type: Full-time #J-18808-Ljbffr