Paralegal

Job Description

We’re looking for a highly organized and professional Personal Injury Paralegal to join our client's team in Clifton, NJ!

The ideal candidate will be an experienced plaintiff personal injury paralegal with at least 5 years of litigation experience, strong knowledge of New Jersey personal injury procedures, and exceptional organizational and communication skills.

This candidate will be detail-oriented, client-focused, and proficient in managing case files, coordinating with providers, drafting legal documents, and supporting attorneys through all stages of litigation and trial preparation.

Key Responsibilities :

• Perform client intake : gather client information, open new case files, execute authorizations (HIPAA, medical records, etc.).
• Coordinate with medical providers, insurance companies, and clients to secure medical records, bills, employment / wage documentation, etc.
• Prepare and draft legal documents demands, verified bills of particulars, pleadings, settlement correspondence, trial exhibits.
• Maintain case management system : create and update case trackers, monitor deadlines (statute of limitations, responses, hearings), maintain calendars and dockets.
• Review and analyze medical records, bills, diagnostic reports, and summarize for attorneys.
• Assist attorneys with fact investigation : obtain police reports, scene photos, witness information, and evidence preservation.
• Support trial preparation : organize exhibits, assist with deposition logistics, coordinate expert witness materials.
• Serve as a liaison with clients, keeping them informed of case status, responding to questions, and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws / regulations (e.g., HIPAA confidentiality) and firm policies.
• Use legal research tools and case management software to support the legal team.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys, other paralegals, staff, and external partners / vendors.

Qualifications & Requirements :

If this sounds like you, please send resumes to carlye@axstaffing.com!