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Robert Half

Pre-Litigation 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

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Pre-Litigation Paralegal Robert Half - 3.9 West Hartford, CT Job Details $55,000 - $80,000 a year 17 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Spanish Customer communication Personal injury law Personal injury dispute resolution Law office experience Productivity software Legal case management Personal injury litigation support Full Job Description We are looking for a Pre-Litigation Paralegal to support a busy personal injury practice in West Hartford, Connecticut. This role is ideal for a legal team member with strong organizational skills who can manage a large caseload, maintain strong client communication, and keep matters moving efficiently toward resolution. The successful candidate will work closely with attorneys, clients, medical providers, and insurers while ensuring each file is accurate, organized, and progressing on schedule.
Responsibilities:
Manage a substantial pre-litigation caseload, overseeing each matter from client intake through settlement completion. Obtain, review, and organize records such as medical documentation, accident reports, and other case-related materials needed to evaluate claims. Prepare persuasive demand submissions and draft settlement-related paperwork with accuracy and attention to detail. Communicate with clients and treatment providers to help coordinate medical care and monitor the status of recovery. Partner with attorneys to develop case strategy, assess documentation, and support file preparation for negotiation. Maintain complete and current case files within the firm's case management platform, ensuring deadlines, updates, and correspondence are properly recorded. Provide regular case status updates and respond promptly to client questions in a thoughtful and empathetic manner. At least 2 years of experience working in a Connecticut personal injury law firm. Working knowledge of legal terminology and pre-litigation processes related to personal injury matters. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, attorneys, and external contacts. Proficiency with legal technology and Microsoft Office applications. Ability to work independently while contributing effectively in a collaborative team environment. Excellent organizational skills, with the capacity to prioritize multiple deadlines and manage a high-volume workload. Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish. Experience with case management systems such as FileVine, Clio, or Needles. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .