Personal Injury Paralegal

At Postman Law we are dedicated to creating a workplace where passionate professionals can make a real difference. Our team of experienced personal injury attorneys and case staff work together to advocate for individuals who have been wronged or injured. We guide clients through every step of their journey to ensure they receive the justice and compensation they deserve. Our mission is to achieve exceptional results for our clients, drive innovation in the practice of law, and pursue unparalleled excellence in everything we do.

Purpose:

We are seeking a Personal Injury Paralegal to join our growing team. This individual will play a critical role in case development, client communication, and overall case management in litigated cases and pre-suit cases. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, customer-focused, and empathetic, with a strong ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment.

This position requires on-site presence at our office in Chicago. The salary range is a base of $63,000 - $75,000 per year, with bonus incentives and benefits available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Communication & Support
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular status updates and providing support throughout the lifecycle of their case.
• Guide clients through the legal process from intake to settlement or trial, ensuring they understand the case status and next steps.
• Case Management & Organization
• Manage a high-volume caseload, maintaining organized, up-to-date case files in both physical and digital formats.
• Handle all aspects of case preparation, from intake to closing, including document gathering, client updates, and attorney communication.
• Medical Records & Documentation
• Order and track medical records from healthcare providers, ensuring all necessary documents are obtained to support injury claims.
• Coordinate with medical providers to ensure proper treatment documentation is secured and presented.
• Collect and organize evidence and documents to support liability claims and injury details.
• Negotiations & Settlements
• Assist attorneys in negotiating settlements with insurance companies, advocating for the client’s best interests.
• Negotiate reductions on outstanding medical bills and liens from providers.
• Prepare comprehensive demand packages, compiling all necessary documents for submission to insurance carriers.
• Collaboration with Legal Team
• Work directly with attorneys, presenting case synopses and ensuring they have all necessary materials to advance each case.
• Collaborate with other case managers, paralegals, and legal assistants to ensure seamless support of each case.
• Insurance & Healthcare Provider Communication
• Interact with insurance carriers and healthcare providers to verify account balances, process claims, and settle case payments.
• Maintain consistent follow-up with clients regarding treatment status and case progress.
• Litigation Duties
• Administratively manage all phases of litigation, including pleadings, motion practice, discovery, trial, and appellate procedure
• Assist with the preparation, filing, and organization of pleadings, briefs, appeals, and other legal documents using Microsoft Word, CM/ECF, and other systems.
• Conduct factual and legal research using Westlaw and other courses to organize for attorney use.
• Cite-check legal documents to confirm citations and authorities to Bluebook standards, Shepardize authorities, and verify the accuracy of quoted material and cited exhibits.
• Organize and maintain case files, pleadings, expert materials, attorney notebooks, and other documents in hard copy and on electronic case management systems.
• Implement and manage organizational systems to maintain case calendars, pleadings, correspondence, and related case documents using firm software.
• Communicate with courts, outside counsel, clients, experts, and vendors when necessary.

Skills:

• Excellent negotiation skills and ability to communicate effectively with insurance adjusters, clients, and healthcare providers.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple cases, deadlines, and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive client relationships.
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain organized case records and documents.
• Proficiency in legal case management software, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to maintain a thorough understanding of rules and procedures for various federal and state jurisdictions.
• Skilled in managing litigation in multiple jurisdictions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• 5 years of experience as a Personal Injury Paralegal role preferred.
• Experience in a high-volume personal injury practice is highly preferred.
• Experience with courts’ CM/ECF systems, PACER, Bluebook, and Westlaw preferred.
• ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate preferred.

Keller Postman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  For California Applicants, please find our CRPA information here.