Senior Litigation Paralegal

Fort Myers, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

Job Summary:

The role is responsible for executing and managing case files to support attorneys in the litigation process. Manage case files post pre-suit transition through settlement or verdict. Provides outstanding client service in an environment of excellence operating with the highest ethical standards and integrity. Partners with Pre-Suit team to transition cases efficiently ensuring a seamless experience for clients progressing case timely

Job Responsibilities:

Support efforts to progress client cases involving catastrophic accidents wrongful death or other significant injuries through the litigation process overseeing 20 cases at once

File both federal and state court filings using PACER

Mentor and provide work direction on daily activities to Client Specialists ensuring duties are performed accurately meeting deadlines

Manage client interviews to gather relevant information from potential clients ensuring most up-to-date data relating to case/litigation process communicating with attorneys to keep them informed

Draft all complaints pleadings discovery requests motions request for copies etc; partner with Client Specialist(s) to verify all information is drafted and submitted in a timely manner

Meet with clients to prepare discovery responses and prepare documents and respond

Gather and update medical records and bills as needed including third party processors

Transcribe and summary client statements depositions and other legal documents ensuring all information in updated timely into system

Conduct legal research as needed using various techniques tools and resources

Maintain communication with client via phone and email keeping client informed of case status necessary documentation and other relevant case information

Manage and calendar all court deadlines ensuring all pertinent dates are documented

Propound and respond to all discovery needs and prepare all documents for filing with court

Create documentation and correspondence and regularly communicate with clients experts and opposing counsel in a prompt effective and courteous manner

Assist attorney(s) with pre-trial preparation including drafting trial documents and preparing exhibits as appropriate; prepare witness list and obtain all experts

Ensure all cases are sufficiently prepared for trial

Prepare binders with pertinent and most up-to-date information

Maintain all CJC and HEG in-suit files

Prepare ACMP motions and proposed orders when required

Prepare correspondence pertaining to client communications and attorneys ensuring the most accurate and up-to-date information

Manage and oversee electronic filing of documents with the Court as needed

Prepare all reports and summaries with full itemization of medical bills and other expenses; follow-up to obtain outstanding records

Request and review police reports death certificates PIP ledgers ISO reports EMS reports etc.

Oversee mediation scheduling process partnering with client specialist to identify times dates locations and other necessary detail

Work independently to manage and progress case load efficiently and within timing guidelines always focusing on quality and service delivery

Engage external services as needed including private investigators; receive summary reports and review with attorney for appropriate next steps

Assist attorney with negotiations and settlement offers executing responses to opposing counsel

Collect (as needed) updated bills and health insurance claims (post-settlement) for determining distributions

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree or paralegal certification preferred not required

3-5 years paralegal or case manager experience or similar role required; minimum of 2 years personal injury experience and trial/litigation experience handling 20 cases simultaneously

Experience with both federal and state court filings; experience using PACER

Proficiency in computer-based technologies including MSOffice (Word Excel) Zoom video telecommunications database and document management; experience with CLIO preferred

Ability to work independently managing organizing and prioritizing tasks for assigned cases to facilitate expedient decisions and resolutions

Ability to work collaboratively within an internal team as well as outside parties including clients opposing counsel experts medical providers adjusters etc.

Proactive task management to completion with focus on accuracy detail-orientation and quality

Provide compassionate and empathetic service to clients meeting or exceeding client expectations

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Job Summary:The role is responsible for executing and managing case files to support attorneys in the litigation process. Manage case files post pre-suit transition through settlement or verdict. Provides outstanding client service in an environment of excellence operating with the highest ethical s...