Litigation Paralegal (Plaintiff Personal Injury)

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : 50,000-75,000

About Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum P.C.

Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum P.C. is a pre-eminent New York City personal injury firm that has been representing individuals throughout the New York City metro region for over 40 years.

The firm prides itself on the exemplary quality of service that it delivers to its clients and has successfully represented clients with all types of personal injury claims.

Summary

Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum P.C. is seeking an organized, proactive, and experienced Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal to join our amazing team.

This role will provide crucial support to the attorneys with cases from inception to trial. The ideal candidate is organized and knowledgeable in the field of personal injury and familiar with all stages of case management and litigation.

This role provides an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking for a collaborative environment where they can work alongside the attorneys and gain hands-on experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with all stages of case management, from inception to trial.
• Help maintain positive client relations through strong communication and professional conduct.
• Draft and prepare summons and complaints, bills of particular, discovery demands and responses, and motions.
• Prepare and organize materials needed for court appearances, pleadings, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Obtain necessary authorizations for medical records as well as the medical records.
• Provide general administrative support to the attorneys and perform additional duties as needed.

Qualifications

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant software applications. Experience with Filevine is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining case information.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and manage time efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

Education and / or Experience

• At least 2 years’ experience as a personal injury litigation paralegal
• Associate’s degree required but Bachelor’s degree is preferred; Paralegal Certification is a plus!

Benefits and Additional Information

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement savings plan, and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.
• Friendly and supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.

This role is full-time and is on-site at our New York City office in downtown Manhattan.

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

Join our team and be part of a company that values your skills and contributions. If you are detail-oriented, organized, and ready to take on a rewarding new role, we encourage you to apply for the Litigation Paralegal position!

Pay Range

$50,000 - $75,000

Equal Employment Opportunity

Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum P.C. is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal employment opportunity to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, creed, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other legally protected classification under local, state or federal laws.

Acknowledgement

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Employees will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.