About:
Our client is a mid-sized personal injury law firm in Birmingham, AL renowned for its exceptional culture and consistent delivery of outstanding results. Specializing in complex litigation cases, they are committed to providing high-quality legal representation to their clients.
Job Summary:
Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Complex Litigation Personal Injury Paralegal to join their dynamic legal team. If you have a strong background in personal injury law and complex litigation, with proven experience in managing all phases of litigation, they want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Case Management: Handle all aspects of case management, from inception to trial, including organizing and maintaining case files.
- Discovery: Manage the discovery process, including drafting and responding to discovery requests, summarizing depositions, and organizing document productions.
- Trial Preparation: Assist attorneys in preparing for trials, including preparing trial exhibits, witness lists, and trial binders.
- Document Drafting: Draft pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and other legal documents.
- Client Interaction: Communicate with clients to gather information, provide updates on case status, and prepare them for depositions and trial.
- Legal Research: Conduct legal research to support case strategy and development.
- Court Filings: File documents with the court, both electronically and in person.
- Investigation: Conduct factual research and investigations, including interviewing witnesses and gathering evidence.
- Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support to attorneys as needed.
Qualifications:
- Education: Paralegal certificate from an accredited program; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 1+ years of experience as a paralegal in personal injury and complex litigation.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with legal research tools (Westlaw, LexisNexis), document management software, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Skills:
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- High level of integrity and professionalism
