This is a remote position.
- Conduct research to investigate the facts of a case in order to obtain useful information
- Prepare legal documents and articles required for a case preparation
- File appeals, exhibits and briefs with a court clerk or opposing legal counsel
- Manage and organize legal information by ensuring proper archiving or storage on electronic-filing systems
- Collect, arrange, and preserve evidence and other useful document required for a legal proceeding
- Oversee the drafting of client and legal correspondence documents such as mortgages and contracts
- Contact clients to update them on the progress of a case as well as reply their enquiries or forward to an attorney
- Oversee the delivery of subpoenas and court summons to witnesses and other concerned individuals
- Schedule and arrange client meetings with attorney
- Notify an attorney or law firm of the time frame or deadlines for a case preparation
- Establish good working relationship with clients in order to obtain vital information required in preparing for a case
- Respond to clients and obtain their correspondence in absence of an attorney
- Review trial transcripts, take notes during legal proceedings and handle exhibits
- Prepare case summaries and other documents which support a case preparation
Requirements
- High school diploma is required - 2-year degree and Paralegal certification are acceptable, but a Bachelorâs degree is preferred
- Previous case management process experience is needed - preferably as a personal injury case manager, or related jobs such as paralegal, legal secretary, or legal assistant at a law firm, non-profit, or human services agency
- Experience drafting legal documents and conducting legal research is vital
- Proficient in word processing, spreadsheet presentation, and case management software
- Self-starter with the ability to effectively manage multiple matters at once
- Possesses exceptional organizational skills as well as effective communication skills, both written and oral
Must have at least one year experience as a Paralegal or Case Manager in a Personal Injury law firm. Paralegal certification are acceptable, but a Bachelorâs degree in Law is preferred Previous case management process experience is needed - preferably as a personal injury case manager, or related jobs such as paralegal, legal secretary, or legal assistant at a law firm, non-profit, or human services agency Experience drafting legal documents and conducting legal research is vital Proficient in word processing, spreadsheet presentation, and case management software Self-starter with the ability to effectively manage multiple matters at once Possesses exceptional organizational skills as well as effective communication skills, both written and oral