Case Manager / Paralegal

About the role:

A prominent plaintiff’s law firm based in Bergen County, NJ is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Case Manager to join their team. The ideal candidate will be a highly organized and compassionate legal professional with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in plaintiff personal injury law. You will manage a full caseload (90-150 cases) under the supervision of attorneys, acting as the key point of contact for clients, providers, and insurers throughout the life of a case. Previous litigation and personal injury experience are required.

Job Duties:

Responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Handle all aspects of personal injury files from filing the complaint until conclusion of the case.

• Maintain frequent and compassionate communication with clients regarding case status, treatment progress, and legal steps.

• Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery responses, and settlement demands.

• Coordinate with medical providers to obtain and summarize records and bills.

• Prepare cases for arbitration, mediation, and trial as necessary.

• Track deadlines and manage attorney calendars to ensure timely filings and appearances.

• Some executive assistant duties

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in plaintiff's personal injury law (required).

• Strong understanding of New Jersey tort law, court procedures, and e-filing systems.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficient in legal case management software

• Ability to multitask, work independently, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.

• Treat others with respect and contribute to a positive team environment

• Knowledge of Trial pad and/or TrialWorks a plus

• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Word and PDF conversion software. Excel and PowerPoint experience is necessary

• Knowledge of Local and State discovery rules

• Organization skills and attention to detail

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