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Personal Injury Case Manager
Smith & Weidinger, PLLC 1603 Capitol Ave, Suite 509C, Cheyenne, WY 82001
Position Overview
Smith & Weidinger, PLLC is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and client-focused Personal Injury Case Manager to join our team. This role is critical in managing personal injury cases from intake through resolution while supporting attorneys and maximizing client outcomes.
The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of personal injury law and demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills. This role requires the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while supporting attorneys in all aspects of case preparation and management.
Candidates should have proven experience in personal injury law and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Although the role is hybrid, we are looking for someone who lives in Cheyenne, willing to help the firm build and maintain relationships with medical providers in Southern Wyoming, as our firm expands its sphere of influence.
Compensation
- $20-24 per hour , depending on experience and qualifications
Expected Hours
- Full-time position
Key Responsibilities
Case Management & Legal Support
- Manage personal injury cases from start to finish
- Support attorneys in core legal tasks, including:
- Discovery and insurance document review
- Medical record review and in-depth analysis of medical records and bills
- Requesting and organizing medical records and billing
- Drafting and sending correspondence
- Drafting and filing pleadings
- Exhibit preparation
- Balance verification
- Trial preparation and assistance
- Conduct monthly case reviews to ensure consistent case progression
- Review and evaluate demand packages prior to submission
Client Communication & Relationship Management
- Meet regularly with clients and attorneys (in-person, virtual, and telephonic) to:
- Provide updates on treatment and case status
- Track recovery and ongoing care
- Foster and maintain excellent rapport with clients through consistent communication
- Verify that all client injuries, damages, and losses are properly documented and presented to maximize recovery
Subrogation, Insurance & Provider Coordination
- Scrutinize and negotiate subrogation and lien claims to maximize client net recovery
- Correspond regularly with medical providers and insurance adjusters
- Verify balances and resolve discrepancies related to medical billing
Qualifications
- Proven paralegal experience in Wyoming personal injury law - Required
- 2 Years of Wyoming Personal Injury Experience (preferably in a high-volume environment) required.
- Experience in pre-litigation and/or litigation settings
- Ability to manage cases independently from intake through resolution
- Strong understanding of medical records, billing, and damages analysis
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Additional Preferred Skills & Attributes
- Ability to prioritize and manage a high-volume caseload efficiently
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Experience drafting demands, pleadings, and legal correspondence
- Ability to identify case value drivers and maximize settlement potential
- Proficiency in case management software (Clio preferred)
- Experience working with Colorado personal injury procedures and rules
- Experience working with Wyoming personal injury procedures and rules
- Strong deadline management and sense of urgency
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
- Professional demeanor when dealing with clients, adjusters, and providers
- Commitment to client-centered advocacy and high-quality legal work
What We Offer
- Competitive pay ( $20-24 per hour )
- Health insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid sick time
- Full-time, stable position
- Collaborative and fast-paced team environment
- Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
- Meaningful work advocating for injured clients
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you able and willing to help the law firm build and maintain relationships with medical providers (chiropractors, doctors, etc) in Southern Wyoming?
Experience:
- Personal Injury law: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cheyenne, WY 82001
Salary : $20 - $24