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Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal
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What they do
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.
$63,800 / year median in North Carolina
+7% projected growth
Job Description
- 4.0 Wilmington, NC Job Details Full-time $52,000
- $62,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Free parking Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Trial material preparation assistance Interpersonal skills Caseload management Client rapport building Legal discovery Legal client correspondence writing Personal injury law Attention to detail Document review Legal case management Pleadings filing assistance Litigation response management Full Job Description Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal Wilmington, North Carolina Jones Networking is recruiting for a Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal to join a growing Plaintiff Personal Injury Law Firm in Wilmington, NC.
Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal:
- Manage a high-volume personal injury litigation caseload from suit filing through resolution in partnership with the assigned attorney.
- Draft and prepare pleadings, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, notices, correspondence, and other litigation-related documents.
- Coordinate and manage all aspects of discovery, including medical records collection, document production, and organization of case materials.
- Maintain litigation calendars and track deadlines related to pleadings, discovery, hearings, mediations, depositions, and trial preparation.
- Schedule and coordinate depositions, mediations, expert consultations, court appearances, and witness interviews.
- Communicate regularly with clients regarding case status, treatment updates, discovery responses, and litigation expectations.
- Review and summarize medical records, billing records, deposition transcripts, and other case-related documents.
- Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including exhibit preparation, witness coordination, trial notebooks, and courtroom logistics.
- Collaborate closely with attorneys, case managers, experts, and medical providers to maintain case momentum and maximize client outcomes.
- Prepare settlement documentation, lien information, and closing packages following case resolution.
Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal:
- At least 2-5+ years of plaintiff personal injury litigation experience with demonstrated experience supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation.
- Strong knowledge of North Carolina civil procedure, litigation deadlines, and court filing requirements.
- Experience drafting pleadings, discovery materials, subpoenas, and trial preparation documents.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients, opposing counsel, experts, medical providers, and court personnel.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing a high-volume caseload while meeting critical deadlines.
- Client-focused professional with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide compassionate support throughout the litigation process.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using Filevine or similar case management software preferred.
- North Carolina Notary Public commission preferred but not required.
Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- PTO and paid holidays; 401(k) with match
- Working hours Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm, Friday 9am-3pm
- Closed for week of
Christmas Pay:
$52,000.00- $62,000.