What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Injury Paralegal position at Wizehire?
Job Type Full-Time | In-Office
Applicants must have a minimum of one (1) year of hands-on paralegal experience handling personal injury cases. Applications that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
We are a New York personal injury law firm seeking an experienced Paralegal to work directly with the firm’s lead attorney. This role is ideal for a practical, organized, and self-motivated professional who takes initiative, asks thoughtful questions, and is eager to learn and grow within a busy plaintiff-side practice.
Salary $55,000 – $70,000 per year, depending on experience
Equal Opportunity Employer
Compensation
$55,000 - $70,000 yearly
Responsibilities
This position will support all phases of litigation in cases involving personal injury cases. Responsibilities include
We are a New York personal injury law firm committed to thoughtful advocacy, thorough preparation, and exceptional client service. Our practice combines serious litigation with a personalized, compassionate approach, giving attorneys the opportunity to do meaningful work that makes a real difference in clients’ lives.
Why Join Us
Applicants must have a minimum of one (1) year of hands-on paralegal experience handling personal injury cases. Applications that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
We are a New York personal injury law firm seeking an experienced Paralegal to work directly with the firm’s lead attorney. This role is ideal for a practical, organized, and self-motivated professional who takes initiative, asks thoughtful questions, and is eager to learn and grow within a busy plaintiff-side practice.
Salary $55,000 – $70,000 per year, depending on experience
Equal Opportunity Employer
Compensation
$55,000 - $70,000 yearly
Responsibilities
This position will support all phases of litigation in cases involving personal injury cases. Responsibilities include
- Manage personal injury cases from intake through resolution
- Draft and assist with discovery demands and responses
- Organize and maintain electronic case files and litigation documents
- Prepare materials for depositions, witnesses, and trial
- Obtain medical records, billing records, police reports, and court documents
- Schedule depositions, mediations, IMEs, court appearances, and client meetings
- Assist with New York State and federal court filings
- Communicate with clients, medical providers, experts, court staff, and opposing counsel
- Track deadlines and case data using Excel and internal systems
- 1 years of experience as a paralegal in a New York personal injury or medical malpractice plaintiff firm
- Strong knowledge of New York court procedures and personal injury litigation
- Knowledge of case management systems like Filevine, Smartadvocate,
- Clio, etc.
- Knowledge of Dropbox
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently
- Self-starter with a practical, problem-solving mindset
- Desire to learn, take ownership of cases, and support a solo attorney
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
We are a New York personal injury law firm committed to thoughtful advocacy, thorough preparation, and exceptional client service. Our practice combines serious litigation with a personalized, compassionate approach, giving attorneys the opportunity to do meaningful work that makes a real difference in clients’ lives.
Why Join Us
- Hands-on mentorship from the managing partner in a setting designed to help you develop quickly and confidently
- Early responsibility with meaningful exposure to litigation strategy, case development, and client communication
- A supportive small-firm culture where collaboration is valued, and individual contributions are recognized
- A real opportunity to grow into a larger role within the firm as your experience, judgment, and confidence expand
Salary : $55,000 - $70,000