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Experienced Plaintiff Personal Injury 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.
$61,207 / year median in Oklahoma
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Experienced Plaintiff Personal Injury Paralegal A respected Oklahoma law firm is seeking an experienced Plaintiff Personal Injury Paralegal to join its law firm. This position will be paralegal to one of the senior owners. The firm has two locations across the state and offers the resources of established practice while maintaining a supportive, people-focused culture. This firm genuinely cares about its employees and goes above and beyond to provide the training, resources, guidance, and support they need to succeed. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced paralegal who wants meaningful work, a hybrid/possible remote schedule, comprehensive benefits, and a long-term home with a team that appreciates its employees. What You'll Do Manage plaintiff personal injury cases from intake through settlement or trial Work closely with attorneys throughout every stage of pre-litigation and litigation Maintain regular communication with clients and provide timely case updates Request, organize, review, and summarize medical records and billing statements Prepare medical chronologies, damages summaries, settlement demands, and supporting documentation Communicate with medical providers, insurance adjusters, experts, opposing counsel, and other parties Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, subpoenas, and other legal documents Track statutes of limitations, court deadlines, discovery deadlines, hearings, depositions, mediations, and trial dates Assist with case valuation, settlement preparation, lien resolution, and disbursement documentation Coordinate depositions, mediations, expert evaluations, and client meetings Prepare exhibits, witness materials, deposition summaries, trial notebooks, and other case-preparation materials Maintain accurate and organized electronic case files Assist attorneys with trial preparation and courtroom logistics Required Qualifications At least five years of plaintiff personal injury paralegal experience Paralegal certificate or degree in paralegal studies preferred Strong understanding of personal injury claims, insurance procedures, medical records, damages, and litigation processes Experience handling cases during both pre-litigation and active litigation Knowledge of Oklahoma state court procedures and electronic filing systems Strong drafting, proofreading, case-management, and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple cases, priorities, and deadlines Excellent written and verbal communication skills Professional and compassionate approach to working with injured clients Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with attorneys and support staff Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and commitment to confidentiality What the Firm Offers Hybrid/remote work schedule Full benefits package Supportive and employee-focused firm culture Leadership that genuinely cares about employee success Training, resources, and guidance to help team members perform at their best Collaborative attorneys and staff Established firm with two Oklahoma locations Long-term professional growth and stability Bonus on top of salary If you have at least five years of plaintiff personal injury paralegal experience and want to work for a firm that values its employees, provides meaningful support, and offers hybrid flexibility, we would like to hear from you. Please submit your resume for confidential consideration to eric.vetter@gogpac.com