Paralegal - Personal Injury

Job Description

Benefits:

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

One of New York's top personal injury law firms is seeking a bilingual Personal Injury Intake Specialist. This a full-time, on-site position located in our New York office.

The Intake Specialist is the first point of contact for our clients and plays a key role in providing a welcoming and professional experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. If you're passionate about helping others and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as primary point of contact for clients, gathering detailed information about their accidents, injuries, medical treatment, and case-related documents

Obtain and review police reports, witness statements, and other key documents

Request, track, and summarize medical records; handle communications with insurance carriers, medical providers, and defense counsel

Maintain organized electronic case files and ensure all key deadlines and statues of limitations are met

Draft and prepare legal documents, including:

Notice of Cliams

Summonses and Complaints

Bill of Particulars

Discovery Demands and Responses

Notes of Isse

Subpoenas

Trial preparation materials

Electronically file legal documents in compliance with NYS and NYC court rules

Prepare demand packages and support attorneys with discovery and case developmentQualifications and Skills:

Minimum of 3 yeas of experience as a personal injury paralegal handling New York cases

Strong understanding of NYS and NYC statutes, court rules, and legal procedures

Experience with electronic court filing systems in New York

Familiarity with SmartAdvocate (preferred but not required)

NYS Notary Public license or willingness to obtain one

Excellent attention to detail and follow-through

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Demonstrates empathy, confidentiality, and a client-first mindset

Punctual, accountable, and committed to going the extra mile for clients and colleaguesComprehensive Benefits:

Paid Holidays

PTO Package

Health Benefits

401 KSalary:

$80,000 -$95,000Location:

Onsite: Monday through Friday

Full-time