Litigation Paralegal – Plaintiff Personal Injury

Job Description

Litigation Paralegal | EverStaff

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at a well-established boutique plaintiff personal injury law firm, located in Dallas, TX (Uptown). This firm specializes in plaintiff personal injury cases and is seeking a dedicated professional to join its growing team. The role is critical for effectively managing complex litigation matters and providing essential support to attorneys throughout the entire legal process. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to contribute to high-quality plaintiff personal injury cases.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Dallas, TX

• Team: Part of a collaborative legal team, supporting attorneys
• Mission: Manage plaintiff personal injury litigation files from filing through trial and resolution
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office, legal case management software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Litigation Management: Oversee plaintiff personal injury litigation files from filing through trial and ultimate resolution.
• Document Preparation: Draft and prepare pleadings, discovery requests, correspondence, subpoenas, motions, and other legal documents.
• Case Coordination: Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, expert witnesses, and manage trial schedules.
• Record Organization: Obtain, organize, review, and summarize medical records, medical bills, wage loss documentation, and other case materials.
• Settlement & Strategy: Prepare settlement demand packages and assist attorneys with case strategy and negotiations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Senior-level paralegal with specialized expertise in plaintiff personal injury litigation.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in plaintiff personal injury litigation, handling cases through all phases of litigation.
• Skills: Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills; ability to prioritize multiple deadlines; proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software; strong attention to detail.
• Bonus: Trial experience is a strong plus.