Paralegal - Personal Injury (Litigation)

Our Firm

Etemi Law is a fast-growing personal injury law firm with offices in Watertown and Waterbury. We are a close knit team dedicated to achieving massive success for our clients. Our team paralegals handle all types of injury cases, including car accidents, product liability, medical malpractice, workers' compensation, and wrongful death. We're proud to have built a company culture that is warm, outgoing, and compassionate.

Who Are We Looking For?

Our Headquarters in Watertown is in search of an all-star personal injury paralegal to join our team of home run hitters. This Litigation Paralegal has some experience (2-4 years minimum) handling personal injury cases, including a track record of great client communication, organizational skills, and an aggressive approach to success. We are looking for prelitigation and litigation paralegals to join the team.

What are the job duties?

• Assist attorneys in preparing legal documents in both litigation and pre-litigation;
• Consistent client communication to build a rapport with clients and meet their needs
• Assist in drafting letters, requests, pleadings, and motions;
• Request, obtain, and organize medical records and bills;
• Organize and maintain legal files and documents;
• Review and analyze documents for accuracy and completeness;
• Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and witness lists;
• Draft correspondence and communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel;
• Manage multiple clients and prioritize tasks effectively;
• Schedule client meetings and depositions, and effectively use calendar;
• Assist in the preparation of settlement demand packages;
• Data entry, including use of client database management software.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and requirements may be subject to change based on the needs of the organization.

Job Responsibilities?

• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and documentation;
• Proficient in conducting legal research using various resources
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in using legal software applications for document management and research
• Familiarity with litigation processes and procedures
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Strong case management skills to meet deadlines efficiently

How are we different than all the other law firms?

We believe we have a unique team-based approach. Our atmosphere is very chill and relaxed, but we work very hard to get the job done. We prioritize family and life, even though we work very hard for our clients.

We also offer great compensation, including bonuses throughout the year. Because we are a small firm, these bonuses tend to far exceed those of the larger firms. Finally, we're a fun team - we work hard, and play harder

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55, $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000