What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal | Legal Assistant position at Marc J Bern & Partners LLP?
Job Overview:
This Conshohocken-based Paralegal position is ideal for a Personal Injury Paralegal or Litigation Paralegal who enjoys hands-on case management and supporting attorneys throughout the life cycle of plaintiff personal injury and related litigation matters. Responsibilities include intake, discovery, legal drafting, medical records review, e-filing, trial preparation, and day-to-day use of legal research tools, document management systems, and case management software. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, in-person law firm environment, communicates professionally with clients and courts, and brings strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and confidence with legal technology.
Responsibilities:
- Draft, prepare, and review pleadings, motions, affidavits, discovery requests, discovery responses, subpoenas, and other litigation documents;
- Organize, maintain, and summarize case files, client records, medical records, deposition transcripts, and supporting evidence with a high level of accuracy;
- Communicate with clients, expert providers, court personnel, and outside parties in a professional, responsive, and client-focused manner;
- Assist with case intake, calendaring, scheduling, and deadline tracking from pre-litigation through settlement or trial;
- Prepare materials for depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation;
- File court documents through state and federal e-filing systems and support compliance with Pennsylvania court rules and procedures;
- Use legal research tools, Microsoft Office, case management software, and document management systems efficiently;
- Collaborate closely with attorneys and legal staff in a team-oriented plaintiff litigation law firm environment.
Qualifications:
- 2 years of experience as a Paralegal, Litigation Paralegal, or Legal Assistant in plaintiff personal injury, medical malpractice, mass tort, or related civil litigation;
- Paralegal certificate, Associates degree, or comparable legal support training preferred;
- Experience obtaining, reviewing, organizing, and summarizing medical records and case-related documents;
- Working knowledge of Pennsylvania state and federal court rules, filing procedures, and litigation deadlines;
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional, empathetic, and client-service-oriented approach;
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple active cases and deadlines;
- A positive attitude, strong initiative, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in an in-person law office setting;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort using legal technology, e-filing platforms, legal research tools, and case management software;
- Experience with LexisNexis, Copilot, Filevine, Monday.com, or similar legal software is a plus.
What we offer:
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package;
- Health, dental, and vision insurance;
- Additional eligibility for company benefits such as life insurance, long-term disability, long-term care, FSA, and transit where applicable;
- 401(k) retirement plan;
- Generous PTO, personal days, and paid holidays
- A supportive, team-oriented, and professional work environment.
Job Type: Full-time, In-person
Equal Employment Opportunity: Marc J. Bern & Partners LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or state law, including the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA).
Reasonable Accommodations: Marc J. Bern & Partners LLP provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. To request an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact our HR department.