What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal position at Witherite Law Group?
Job Details
Description
Witherite Law Group is a personal injury law firm specializing in motor vehicle accidents. Our vision is to improve the life of each person we serve. Whether it is for our employees, our clients, or our community, WLG puts people first, provides unmatched expertise, and displays integrity in every situation.
Our attorneys and staff are committed to helping injured clients get the care and service they deserve. We take care of the complex legal work so that our clients can focus on recovery and getting their lives back. We are determined to help our clients get the settlement they deserve, and we will be by our client’s side every step of the way.
This firm is a Top 100 Places to Work recipient and a National Top Workplace honoree. We are proud of these achievements and honored to be among this prestigious list of companies. Our culture is special. But you can’t just take our word for it...apply today and join the WLG family.
Key Responsibilities
- Effectively manage a case load of 50-75 cases
- Accurately draft demand letters, pleadings, discovery and various motions
- Continually communicate with clients, counsel, experts, and courts
- Audit cases for all expenses (medical bills, case expenses, LOP providers, subrogation liens)
- Accurately maintain case management data in FileVine (case management database)
- Prepare trial documents and assist with trial preparation
Desired Skills & Experience
- Proficient in personal injury law involving motor vehicle collisions
- Proficient in preparing discovery responses
- Detail oriented with a focus on grammar and language arts
- Professional appearance and behavior
- Working knowledge of common deadlines and protocols of personal injury litigation
- Trucking experience preferred
- Strong trucking paralegals with a knowledgeable background in the states of Texas, Illinois, and Georgia
Job Requirements
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills on the phone, in person and email
- Excellent time management, multi-tasking, and critical thinking abilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Case Management software (FileVine preferred)
Education Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience preferred in a plaintiff’s personal injury law firm, 5 years experience preferred
Working Conditions
Office environment with normal business hours necessary to satisfactorily perform job functions. Some overtime may be required in order to timely accomplish work demands.
Disclaimer:
Please note that this job description is subject to change with or without prior notice, and that a reasonable accommodation may be requested to perform the essential functions of the job.
Witherite Law Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals regardless of race, age, gender, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, national origin, ethnic origin, military service status, or any protected class.
