Litigation Paralegal, North Carolina

Overview

This Litigation Paralegal role supports personal injury attorneys across pre-litigation and litigated matters. You will assist with case evaluation, drafting and filings, discovery and trial preparation, and serve as a consistent point of contact for clients regarding case status and next steps.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in reviewing and assessing the merits of clients’ personal injury claims by organizing, reviewing, and summarizing records, documents, and evidence to support case evaluation and valuation
• Support attorneys in personal injury matters by drafting pleadings, discovery, motions, correspondence, and other legal documents; prepare filings, coordinate service, and ensure accuracy and timeliness in all submissions
• Support development and execution of case strategies by conducting legal research, summarizing medical records, organizing evidence, preparing demand packages, and supporting negotiations with insurance carriers
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients regarding case status, document requests, and procedural updates, maintaining professional, consistent, and compassionate communication throughout the life of the case
• Support litigation efforts by managing discovery, preparing exhibit lists, organizing trial binders, coordinating depositions, and assisting with trial and hearing preparation
• Organize and maintain case files, track deadlines and statutes, update case management systems, and coordinate with internal teams, experts, and external vendors to ensure smooth case progression
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of liens, including Medicare and ERISA
• Uphold professional ethics, confidentiality, and compliance with all applicable legal rules, firm policies, and regulatory requirements

Requirements

• Minimum of 3–7 years of experience supporting attorneys in pre-litigation and litigated personal injury matters on cases in New York
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience reviewing and summarizing medical records
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently while collaborating with a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate
• Experience in high-volume or fast-growing law firms
• Familiarity with Illinois court rules and procedures
• Experience with case management software (e.g., Filevine, Clio, SmartAdvocate)
• Comfort working in evolving systems and processes
• Bilingual in the Spanish language

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $84,900–$104,300, commensurate with experience
• Benefits include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • HSA
  • Life insurance
  • Disability coverage
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave

Location

• Fully remote

Equal Opportunity Employment / Additional Information

• This is a full-time employee position. It is not open to independent contractor or consulting arrangements. Compensation is determined by the location where the work is performed and is subject to applicable local law.
• Equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or being a qualified disabled veteran or qualified veteran of the Vietnam era or any other category protected by Federal or State law.
• Artificial intelligence and automated decision-making tools may be used to assist with screening and evaluating candidates for employment positions, including whether to advance a candidate in the application process. AI does not make the final decision on candidacy, and adverse decisions are reviewed by a human member of Talent Acquisition before being finalized.