Litigation Paralegal

Job description

About us

Greene & Schultz Trial Lawyers is a growing law firm dedicated to helping people who have suffered serious injury and loss. We have offices in Indianapolis and downtown Bloomington.

Our practice is primarily Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, and Medical Malpractice.

We are currently seeking someone to join our team as a Litigation Paralegal.

Details about the position are below.

To succeed at Greene & Schultz, valued traits include:

We are looking for individuals who are independent thinkers who have:

• Ability to work independently
• Sound judgement
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office Software Suite
• Time management skills
• Enjoys collaboration and teamwork
• Can meet deadlines

Our core values are:

• Client Service - We earn the trust and confidence of our clients by consistently being accessible, listening, showing empathy, and communicating with them throughout their entire case in ways that are meaningful to them. This means seeking the best outcome for each unique individual and being open and transparent when we cannot help them.
• Honesty– We do the right thing even when others aren’t watching and don’t expect anything in return.
• Accountability - Individual and team performance is driven by a commitment to diligent preparation, attention to detail and a sense of calm urgency. When faced with obstacles, setbacks we focus on finding and contributing to solutions instead of dwelling on the obstacles or setbacks. We own and acknowledge the impact our words, actions and work product have on others and push ourselves and each other to do more than what is required to ensure client satisfaction.
• Communication – We communicate openly, honestly, and respectfully always regardless of the audience. We proactively provide context and set clear and reasonable expectations to ensure work is done efficiently and without misunderstanding. This includes having difficult conversations, listening attentively, and staying open to other viewpoints.

If you are interested in joining our team, we would love to hear from you.

The Litigation Paralegal will help the attorneys with all aspects of case management including:

• Talk to potential new clients and evaluate their situation.
• Set up the claim in case management software system and manage the case from beginning to end. We currently use the NEOS system and will train the successful applicant on how to utilize this software.
• Scan and file all correspondence in accordance with established timelines and firm standards.
• Obtain case related records including medical, ER and ambulance records, police reports and photos of damage as applicable.
• Provide documents to various parties and respond to requests for documents from outside counsel.
• Maintain client relationships and regular interaction including follow up calls and correspondence.
• Research potential defendants.
• Some drafting of legal documents including letters of representation to insurance companies, letters of protection, notices to and correspondence with Medicare/Medicaid, discovery, legal memos, pleadings, scheduling orders, lien resolutions, demand letters and proper citation.
• Negotiate healthcare liens and prepare medical billing summaries.
• Prepare medical chronologies, demand brochures, deposition, and mediation materials.
• Proactively managing the case load and calendar to ensure all deadlines are met and appropriate parties notified in a timely manner.
• Other activities as assigned.

What we are looking for:

• Strong initiative and ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Experience in plaintiff personal injury and complex litigation is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.).

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• Confidentiality and discretion are necessary.
• Ability to deal with simultaneous projects and competing priorities.
• Ability to convey information and ideas in ways that others will understand.
• Ability to function with a high level of patience, tact, empathy, and diplomacy in handling sensitive situations and information.
• Follow established guidelines and procedures and provide support for miscellaneous requests and flex services with a “can do” attitude and philosophy.
• Deliver on commitments in a timely and accurate manner.
• Some flexibility in regards to work schedule when demands of the legal work requires

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,000 per year and negotiable upward based on experience.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Legal case management: 2 years (Required)

Work Locations:

• Indianapolis
• Bloomington

Work Remotely:

• In person preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $53,407.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 2 years (Required)
• Law office: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000 - $53,407