What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal position at Confidential?
About the Firm
We are a plaintiff's personal injury law firm in Charlotte. We represent injured people and their families in motor vehicle, premises liability, and other cases. This is a confidential search, so the firm's name will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process.
We're looking for a seasoned litigation paralegal who can manage a busy caseload with little supervision, work closely with our attorneys, and keep clients informed and supported from filing through trial.
What You'll Do
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients throughout their case: provide regular status updates, explain each stage of the litigation process in plain terms, respond promptly to calls and emails, and make sure clients feel informed and supported
- Manage a litigation caseload from complaint through resolution, including tracking deadlines under the North Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure and local rules
- Draft pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions, subpoenas, and correspondence for attorney review
- Schedule and coordinate depositions, mediations, and hearings; prepare deposition and mediation materials
- Prepare trial notebooks, exhibit lists, and witness files, and provide support at trial
- Communicate with opposing counsel, adjusters, court staff, and medical providers
- E-file documents in NC state and federal courts
What You Bring
- 5 years of paralegal experience in personal injury litigation (not pre-suit only)
- Working knowledge of NC civil litigation procedure and court filing systems
- Strong writing, organization, and deadline management skills
- Ability to work independently while staying in close communication with attorneys
- Professionalism and compassion when working with injured clients
- NC State Bar Certified Paralegal (NCCP) certification is preferred but not required
Benefits
- Health / dental / vision insurance
- 401(k) with match
- Paid time off and holidays
How to Apply
Apply through Indeed with your resume. Applications are reviewed confidentially. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an initial interview.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Charlotte, NC 28204
Salary : $65,000 - $70,000