The Axel Group is seeking a Plaintiff's Personal Injury Prelitigation Paralegal to join our clients team based out of Clifton, NJ. This client is a lifestyle law firm with a family first culture offering a competitive salary, employee paid benefits and a strong 401k plan.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage all aspects of pre-litigation personal injury cases.
- Conduct initial client intake and gather relevant documentation (accident reports, insurance info, medical records).
- Maintain regular communication with clients to provide updates and gather information.
- Request and review medical records and bills from providers.
- Prepare demand packages and send them to insurance companies.
- Follow up with insurance adjusters to negotiate settlements.
- Draft correspondence, legal documents, and settlement statements.
- Track and manage medical treatment timelines and ensure lien resolution.
- Coordinate property damage claims, lost wage documentation, and other damages.
- Maintain accurate and organized case files in the case management system.
- Assist attorneys with case evaluations and preparation for litigation if needed.
Qualifications:
- 1+ years of experience in personal injury law (pre-litigation focus preferred).
- Proficiency with legal case management software (eg, Needles, Filevine, Clio, SmartAdvocate).
- Strong understanding of the personal injury claims process and applicable laws.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
Benefits: