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Fitzpatrick Santos Sousa Perugini PC
Workers Compensation/Personal Injury Paralegal
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A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
$71,187 / year median in Connecticut
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Workers' Compensation/Personal Injury Paralegal Fitzpatrick Santos Sousa Perugini PC Naugatuck, CT Job Details Part-time | Full-time $21 - $23 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Qualifications Teamwork Microsoft Excel Attention to detail Organizational skills Legal research databases Legal case management Full Job Description Overview We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Workers' Compensation and Personal Injury Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. In this vital role, you will support attorneys by managing a wide array of legal tasks related to workers' compensation claims and personal injury cases. Your expertise will help streamline case processes, ensure accurate documentation, and facilitate effective communication with clients, medical providers, and insurance carriers. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful litigation while honing your legal support skills in a fast-paced environment committed to excellence. Duties Assist attorneys in managing workers' compensation and personal injury cases from inception through resolution, including case intake, document collection, and filing. Conduct comprehensive legal research using LexisNexis, Westlaw, and other legal research tools to support case strategy and legal arguments. Draft and review legal documents such as pleadings, discovery requests, settlement agreements, and correspondence with clients and third parties. Organize and maintain case files using document management systems ensuring all records are accurate, complete, and compliant with procedural law requirements. Interview clients, witnesses, medical providers, and insurance representatives to gather relevant information for case development. Support litigation activities by reviewing documents for relevance and confidentiality, preparing exhibits for court filings, and assisting with trial preparation. Manage deadlines and calendar schedules related to case filings, hearings, depositions, and other critical dates to ensure timely compliance. Skills Proven paralegal experience supporting workers' compensation law or personal injury law cases with a strong understanding of procedural law. Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail. Effective client communication skills; ability to interview clients professionally and handle confidential information discreetly. Knowledge of civil litigation support processes including filing procedures, document management, proofreading, and data entry. Competence in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) for drafting documents and reports; experience with legal research tools like Westlaw or LexisNexis is required. Excellent organizational skills combined with professional phone etiquette to coordinate effectively among clients, attorneys, courts, and external agencies. Join us if you are passionate about supporting impactful legal work in workers' compensation and personal injury law! We value proactive team players who thrive in a collaborative environment dedicated to delivering exceptional client service while advancing their legal careers.