Paralegal

Job Description:

DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ordering, obtaining and reviewing medical records

• Drafting clear and concise summaries for assigned cases

• Drafting interrogatories and other discovery responses

• Preparing claim packages for settlement

• Responding to client inquiries for status updates

• Conducting new client intake

• Assisting supervising attorneys with ad hoc projects

Job Requirements:

REQUIREMENTS: The ideal candidate must possess the following attributes:

• B.A./B.S. degree from an accredited institution

• 1-3 years of experience in a mass tort, products liability, or personal injury practice

• Ability to speak and work with clients regarding extremely sensitive subject material

• Strong academic credentials

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to multitask several time-critical projects under tight deadlines

• Demonstrated ability and desire to work on matters beyond regular business hours

• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Superior problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail

• Strong general research and writing abilities

• Professional, collegial and friendly demeanor

The following attributes are preferred, but not required:

• A.S./A.A.S in paralegal studies or other paralegal certification

• Familiarity with case and document management software

• Intermediate or higher proficiency in MS Office

• Fluency in Spanish