Litigation Paralegal

Berman & Simmons


Job Location:

Lewiston, ME - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 29 - 33
Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

FLSA Status: Hourly
Reports to: Assigned Attorney

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Litigation Paralegal to support our Personal Injury practice this role you will play a critical part in helping attorneys build strong cases advocate for injured clients and manage complex litigation from intake through trial.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment has a passion for helping clients navigate challenging situations and brings strong analytical organizational and communication skills to the team. Experience in personal injury medical malpractice or complex litigation is highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

  • Partner with attorneys to manage all aspects of personal injury case files ensuring organization and efficiency from intake through resolution
  • Draft review and file legal documents including pleadings motions affidavits and discovery responses
  • Conduct legal research and summarize case law statutes and regulations relevant to personal injury matters
  • Coordinate and support discovery processes including document production interrogatories and medical records review
  • Communicate with clients witnesses medical providers and experts; assist in gathering and organizing critical evidence
  • Assist in evaluating case facts damages and liability by preparing summaries and timelines
  • Maintain and organize physical and electronic files including medical records deposition transcripts exhibits and filings
  • Track deadlines and ensure timely filings through docketing and calendaring systems
  • Support trial preparation including assembling trial binders exhibits and attending proceedings as needed
  • Collaborate with team members on case strategy and provide support on special projects

What You Bring

  • Strong knowledge of litigation procedures court rules and filing requirements
  • Ability to analyze legal and medical information and present it clearly and concisely
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • High level of professionalism discretion and commitment to confidentiality
  • Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Outlook Excel) and Adobe Acrobat
  • Comfort with (or willingness to learn) legal case management systems such as Filevine and trial presentation tools
  • A proactive team-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
  • Experience in personal injury medical malpractice or complex litigation strongly preferred
  • Familiarity with case management software and electronic filing systems a plus
  • Paralegal certificate from an accredited program is a plus

Why Join Us

  • Work on meaningful cases that make a real difference in clients lives
  • Collaborative supportive legal team environment
  • Opportunity to grow your skills in high-impact personal injury litigation
  • Exposure to all phases of litigation including trial preparation

If youre a motivated paralegal looking to deepen your experience in personal injury law and be part of a dynamic litigation team we encourage you to apply.

FLSA Status: HourlyReports to: Assigned AttorneyPosition OverviewWe are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Litigation Paralegal to support our Personal Injury practice this role you will play a critical part in helping attorneys build strong cases advocate for injured clients and manage...

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Berman & Simmons are experienced personal injury lawyers in Maine with a proven track record of success. Contact us today for a free consultation!

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