Litigation Paralegal

Job Summary

The primary purpose of the position is to assist with the litigation stage of personal injury cases. Specifically, the Paralegal is directly supporting the attorney through the litigation process by drafting all pertinent documents that support the case files, including demands, complaints, discovery, interrogatories, mediations, etc. This role is a partnership with the attorney, and at The Scott Pryor Law Group the structure of the legal team includes supporting legal assistants and research/writing support. The Paralegal files all documents with the court(s).

Duties/Responsibilities

Essential duties include, but are not limited to:

Drafting letters and correspondence

FOIA Requests

Obtaining and organizing documentation required at litigation stage of case

Coordinating with Investigator to obtain photos of scene and witnesses statements when needed

Obtaining prior injury/medical and claims/lawsuits history

Reviewing all medical records

Preparing medical chronologies

Drafting and sending out a demand package, as well as monitoring receipt and processing

Preparing closing statements

Performing other essential functions necessary for the success of the department

Drafting pleadings

Scheduling hearings, depositions, mediations, inspections and any other meetings

Obtaining all relevant billing statements and subrogation logs

Obtaining and reviewing medical records and prepare medical summaries

Assisting in trial preparation

Reviewing deposition transcripts and prepare deposition summaries

Preparing and reviewing discovery, including drafting discovery and answering interrogatories and requests for production of documents

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

BILINGUAL (EN/SP) preferred

Must have at least 2-3 years of personal injury experience

Litigation experience required

Paralegal training or certification required

Demonstrated proficiency and experience with a broad range of computer software

Strong research skills and excellent oral and written communication skills

About the Person

The Scott Pryor Law Group is seeking a Paralegal who has integrity, loyalty, and a client-focused mentality. The optimal candidate is someone who has excellent attention to detail and is able to manage multiple tasks, deliver results, and maintain quality while working under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. As a Paralegal, you are an adept communicator, who has the ability to work effectively in collaboration with others to get the job done. You are highly organized, and are able to research, gather, organize and synthesize information to make effective decisions. In addition, you enjoy working as part of a team to ensure our clients’ needs are successfully met and their case is completed as successfully as possible. You have a strong work ethic and a passion for helping people.