Personal Injury Paralegal

To be considered for this role please call and follow the step-by-step instructions outlined by our Co-Founder and Managing addition please complete your application here. You will be evaluated and vetted based on your ability to follow instructions. We look forward to hearing from you!

Aboutthe Role:

ThePersonal Injury Paralegalplays a critical role in supporting clients and attorneys throughout the full lifecycle of a personal injury case. This includes case development medical records and lien coordination demand preparation negotiation support and litigationassistance.

You will work closely with attorneys medical providers insurance carriers and various third parties to ensure cases move efficiently toward resolution. This role requiresstrong communicationskills exceptional attention to detail and the ability to managenumerousdeadlines across a large is an excellent opportunity for an experienced PI paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced client-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

Client Communication & Case Support

• Maintain proactive communication with clients providingupdatesand gathering information as the case progresses.

• Prepare clients for statements depositions medical appointments and other key events.

• Assistclients in understanding treatment expectations documentation needs and next steps.

Medical Records Bills & Treatment Management

• Request track and organize medical records and bills from healthcare providers.

• Summarize or review medical information to support case development and demand preparation.

• Monitor client treatment status and ensure the legal team is informed ofimportant changesor upcoming appointments.

• Coordinate with providers facilities and billing departments to ensure accuracy and completeness of records.

Liens Insurance & Case Documentation

• Identify track and manage liens insurance coverage medical payments and related financial aspects of the case.

• Communicate with lien holders insurers and third-party vendors to obtain documentation and resolve outstanding issues.

• Ensureall case documents and communications are organized updated and stored appropriately.

Demand Preparation & Negotiation Support

• Assistin assembling information for settlement packages including medical summaries wage information and supporting evidence.

• Prepare and organize materials for attorney review prior to negotiation.

• Communicate with insurance adjusters or defense representatives as directed by the attorney.

Litigation Support

• Draft routine legal documents such as discovery responses correspondence and case outlines.

• Assistattorneys with deposition preparationexhibitorganization hearing preparation and trial-related tasks.

• Coordinate scheduling for depositions mediations IMEs and other litigation events.

• Support document production file organization and compliance with deadlines throughout the litigation process.

Case Management & Organization

• Maintainaccurate up-to-date case information within the firms case management system.

• Track deadlines statutes of limitations and court or agency requirements.

• Ensureall tasks are completedin accordance withfirm procedures and expected timelines.

Qualifications:

Required

• 12 years of Personal Injury Paralegal experience(auto premises workers comp etc.)

• Strong understanding of personal injury processes from intake through settlement or litigation

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• High attention to detail accuracy and organization

• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously

• Strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking

• Proficiencywith technology and case management systems

• Professionalism empathy and ability to work with clients in distressing situations

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

• Exemplifies Chaffin Luhana LLPs Core Values of Doing Good by Doing Right : Results Driven Excellence Without Paralysis Compassionate and Authentic In It Together and Innovative Growth.

Preferred

• Litigation experience (state court federal court discovery depositions trial prep)

• Experience summarizing medical records

• Familiarity with lien resolution processes

• Experience with Salesforce/Litifyor similar software

• Paralegal certificate or degree from an ABA-accredited program

• Medical Knowledge:Understanding ofmedical records and terminology with the ability to summarize and interpret medical documents with minimal supervision.

Benefits:

Financial Benefits

• 401k Contributions: The firm offers a discretionary match up to 5%. This includes a 100% match on the first 3% of contributions and a 50% match on the next 2% based on annual compensation.

• Charitable Donations: The Chaffin Luhana Foundation makes an annual donation to a charity of each team members choice.

Healthcare Benefits

• Medical Insurance: $600toward monthly health premiums for team members or their families. Team members pay just $1.

• Dental Insurance: Full coverage with only a $1 monthly contribution from the team member.

• Vision Insurance: Full coverage with only a $1 monthly contribution from the team member.

• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA): Team members receive a $1000 contribution from the firm in their HRA account if enrolled in the PPO health plan.

• Family / Dependent Care (DCR): Team members can contribute up to $7500 pre-tax for dependent care.

• Flex Spending Account (FSA): Team members can contribute up to $1000 pre-tax for medical expenses.

Commuter Benefits

• Tax-free Transit Commute (TRN): Team members can contribute up to $340per month pre-tax toward transit tickets.

• Discounted Parking (PKG): Team members can contribute up to $340per month pre-tax toward parking.

Time Off to Recharge & Renew

• Paid Time Off (PTO): 15 PTO days per year increasing to 20 days after 3 years with the firm.

• Sick Days: 3 paid sick days per year.

• Celebrate the Holidays: Office is closed for 10 public holidays.

• Office Closure: Office is typically closed between Christmas and New Years Day.

Culture & Development of Team

• Casual Dress: Enjoy our business casual dress code.

• Enhance Your Skills: Up to $500 annually for continued education or training.

• Learn How Youre Wired: Take a Kolbe Assessment to learn your instinctive method of operation.

• Time Management: Time management luncheons with senior leadership to elevate team and organizational success.

• Free Workouts: Free access to GreenTree SportsPlex for Pittsburgh office.

Recognition at the Firm

• Value Team Members: Bonusly points for peer-to-peer recognition redeemable for gift cards trips dinners and more.

• Eat Drink & Be Merry: Free team lunches and happy hours.

• Annual Bonus: Year-end discretionary bonus.

• Firm Outing: Annual firm outing for all team members to meet up and have fun.

Note:

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions an employee in this position may be asked to perform. Duties responsibilities and requirements can be added changed or reduced by management to meet the business needs of the company.

Chaffin Luhana LLP does not discriminate based on race color sex religion national origin disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities.

Location:

Pittsburgh PA

Salary Range:

$50000 - $60000