PI Pre-Litigation Paralegal (VA Experience)

Overview

The organization is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Pre-Litigation Paralegal with Virginia personal injury experience to remotely support its Washington, D.C.-based Personal Injury Practice Group.

This role involves independently managing Virginia personal injury cases during the pre-litigation phase, from initial intake through settlement or transition to litigation. The successful candidate will communicate effectively with clients, medical providers, insurance companies, and other third parties while keeping cases moving toward resolution.

This is a full-time, remote position, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM Eastern Time.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of personal injury matters through the pre-litigation phase, from intake through settlement or transfer to litigation.
• Maintain organized and accurate client files and case documentation.
• Draft and send letters of representation and other correspondence to insurance carriers, medical providers, and other parties.
• Obtain, review, organize, and summarize medical records, bills, accident reports, insurance information, and other case-related documentation.
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding treatment, case status, documentation, and next steps.
• Communicate with insurance adjusters, medical providers, lienholders, and other third parties.
• Assist attorneys with evaluating claims and preparing settlement demand packages.
• Track medical treatment, outstanding records and bills, insurance coverage, liens, and case deadlines.
• Assist with lien identification and resolution.
• Maintain accurate case notes and ensure all matters are progressing appropriately.
• Prepare files for attorney review, settlement negotiations, or transition to the litigation team when necessary.
• Provide responsive, compassionate, and professional service to clients throughout the life of their case.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3+ years of personal injury paralegal or case management experience.
• Virginia personal injury experience is required, including familiarity with Virginia-specific claims procedures, insurance issues, deadlines, and personal injury practices.
• Strong experience independently managing pre-litigation personal injury cases.
• Experience handling cases from intake through demand and settlement.
• Strong knowledge of medical records, medical billing, insurance claims, and lien issues.
• Excellent client communication and case-management skills.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple cases, deadlines, and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and data-entry accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Comfortable learning and working with case-management software and other technology in a remote environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Washington, D.C. and/or Maryland personal injury experience is a plus, but Virginia experience is the primary requirement.

Compensation & Benefits

The employer offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package in compliance with the Wage Transparency Omnibus Amendment Act of 2023. Benefits include:

• Employer-supported medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental health support
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance for income protection