What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Case Mgr / Paralegal (Teaneck, New Jersey) - In House position at Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C.?
Litigation Case Manager/Paralegal - Teaneck, New Jersey
Our firm is continuing to grow! Although we recently hired a Litigation Case Manager/Paralegal, we find ourselves needing an additional Case Manager to support our growing business. Come join a winning team!
Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C., a prominent plaintiff’s law firm based in Teaneck, NJ, is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal /Case Manager to join their expanding team in the office. The ideal candidate must possess 3-10 years of litigation experience. Previous litigation and personal injury experience are required.
Benefits -
Free employee medical coverage, with paid deductible; Vision and dental coverage at a minimal surcharge; Life insurance and supplemental disability coverage; 401(k) plan; Voluntary AFLAC coverage; Voluntary Pet Insurance Vet Coverage;
Accrued Paid Sick Leave; PTO days, along with Major Federal Holidays.
Compensation:$70,000 - $80,000/year DOE
Responsibilities:
Including, but not limited to:
- Handling all aspects of personal injury files from filing the complaint until the conclusion of the case;
- Maintaining frequent and compassionate communication with clients regarding case status, treatment progress & legal steps;
- Drafting correspondence, pleadings, discovery responses & settlement demands;
- Coordinating with medical providers to obtain and summarize records & bills;
- Preparing cases for arbitration, mediation & trial as necessary;
- Tracking deadlines and manage attorney calendars to ensure timely filings & appearances;.
Qualifications:
- Self-starter who can work with little supervision, be extremely organized, and very detail-oriented;
- Minimum 3 years of experience in plaintiff's personal injury law (required);
- Strong understanding of New Jersey tort law, court procedures, and e-filing systems;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Proficient in legal case management software;
- Ability to multitask, work independently, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment;
- Treat others with respect and contribute to a positive team environment;
- Knowledge of Trial Pad is a plus;
- Strong computer skills with Microsoft Word and PDF conversion software. Experience with Excel and PowerPoint is necessary;
- Knowledge of Local and State discovery rules;
- Organization skills and attention to detail;
- Medical malpractice experience is a plus.
About Company
Leading personal injury law firm based in North New Jersey, dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation and client-focused service. With over 100 employees, our firm is committed to achieving outstanding results for clients while maintaining a collaborative and dynamic work environment.
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000