Case Manager/Paralegal for Personal Injury Firm

Job Summary

Personal Injury Law Firm is seeking a candidate to fill a full-time legal assistant position working with one of our top attorneys in California.

Duties will include but are not limited to gathering essential documents and information at the investigation stage of a case, maintaining client contact, drafting demands, staying on top of court and case deadlines, and assisting the attorney in all aspects of pre-litigation.

Similarly, the candidate MUST HAVE impeccable organizational skills, a fantastic personality, and be able to communicate well with clients via phone and e-mail. The candidate must also be able to think strategically and anticipate future tasks which should be completed.

Factors for additional consideration (which should be highlighted in your cover letter):

• Prior experience working for a plaintiff personal injury law firm (2+ years);
• Any prior experience working in a similar position (as a pre-litigation assistant or paralegal);
• Conversational and written Spanish experience/skill (preferred but not required).

Starting compensation will be $25-35/hr based upon experience with a 90-day probationary period and subsequent ability to participate in the firm's health care and dental plans as well as 401k.

The position works primarily out of our downtown San Diego or Carlsbad office. After a few months, there may be the opportunity to work remotely 1-2 days per week.

Applicants we are interested in interviewing will be sent a follow up e-mail. Start date is ASAP and we will work with any notice requirements you need to give to current employers.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining weekly client communication.
• Following up on client’s treatment throughout the case.
• Drafting Demands.
• Negotiating liens.
• Maintaining and updating attorneys calendar.
• Prepare and manage all documents throughout the investigations stage.– Assist attorneys in all stages of pre-litigation.
• Conduct legal research and gather relevant case materials.
• Organize and maintain case files, including indexing and filing documents.
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel to schedule hearings, depositions, and other meetings.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information.
• Perform administrative tasks such as answering phones, managing calendars, and scheduling appointments.

Skills

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and strong proofreading abilities.
• Proficient in data entry and transcription.
• Familiarity with document management systems and legal research databases.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Conversational and written Spanish experience (Preferred)
• Experience and skills with different technological software

We welcome candidates who are committed to delivering high-quality support in a fast-paced environment while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. Join our team as a Litigation Paralegal where your expertise will contribute significantly to our success in delivering exceptional legal services. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. This is a full-time position with regular business hours.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s)

• How many cases have you managed at any given time?
• Please provide your email address.

Experience

• Personal injury law: 2 years (Preferred)
• Paralegal: 2 years (Required)

Language

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification

• Paralegal Certificate (Required)

Ability to Commute

• San Diego, CA 92101 (Required)

Willingness to travel

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Diego, CA 92101