Senior Staff Lawyer (PI Experience)

Overview

The organization is seeking an experienced Senior Staff Lawyer to join its Personal Injury team remotely. This senior-level position is designed for a tenured legal professional with substantial U.S. Personal Injury experience, including hands-on exposure to both pre-litigation and litigation.

The role requires greater independence, case ownership, legal knowledge, and the ability to manage complex responsibilities with limited supervision. Depending on experience and department needs, responsibilities may align with tasks typically performed by a Senior Legal Assistant, Personal Injury Case Manager, or Paralegal, while providing direct support to attorneys and managing Personal Injury matters throughout their lifecycle.

Responsibilities

Personal Injury Case Management

• Manage and support a caseload of Personal Injury matters with attorney supervision.
• Assist with cases throughout pre-litigation and litigation stages.
• Maintain consistent client communication and provide case status updates.
• Conduct welcome calls and regular follow-up calls with clients.
• Monitor client treatment and follow up to help prevent gaps in care.
• Coordinate treatment with medical providers when necessary.
• Maintain detailed, accurate, and timely case notes.
• Organize and update case files, documents, and case statuses in the firm’s case management system.
• Identify case-related issues and escalate them to the supervising attorney when appropriate.

Claims & Insurance

• Set up insurance claims and follow up on coverage and policy limits.
• Draft and send Letters of Representation (LORs).
• Obtain police reports and relevant accident documentation.
• Request and follow up on declaration pages.
• Request and follow up on Medical Payments coverage (MedPay).
• Coordinate with insurance companies, medical providers, and other parties involved in the case.
• Ensure required client documentation is collected and properly maintained.

Medical Records & Case Documentation

• Order and follow up on medical records and bills.
• Obtain balances from medical providers.
• Request final lien amounts when applicable.
• Coordinate medical referrals.
• Maintain clean and organized client files.
• Review case documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Assist with disbursement-related documentation and case resolution processes.

Demand & Pre-Litigation Support

• Compile medical records, bills, case documentation, and supporting evidence.
• Draft and prepare demand packages.
• Assist with Letters of Protection (LOPs).
• Communicate with providers regarding balances and case-related matters.
• Support attorneys with settlement preparation and case resolution.
• Assist with cases transitioning from pre-litigation into litigation.

Litigation Support (Depending on Experience and Assignment)

• Draft complaints and initial discovery.
• Draft discovery responses.
• Coordinate complaints with process servers and monitor service of process.
• Send and follow up on non-party discovery requests.
• Draft and file standard motions and motion responses under attorney supervision.
• Calendar litigation deadlines and important case milestones.
• Calendar and notice depositions.
• Assist with deposition preparation.
• Prepare case files and documentation for hearings.
• Support attorneys with trial preparation.
• Maintain communication with clients throughout the litigation process.

Attorney & Department Support

• Provide direct support to attorneys and the assigned legal department.
• Manage competing deadlines and priorities across an active caseload.
• Assist with legal and administrative tasks according to department needs.
• Communicate effectively with attorneys, paralegals, case managers, clients, providers, insurance representatives, and other parties.
• Take ownership of assigned matters and proactively identify outstanding tasks or next steps.
• Maintain strong documentation standards throughout every stage of the case.

Requirements

• Law degree or equivalent legal education.
• Several years of hands-on Personal Injury experience, preferably 3+ years.
• Strong experience working with U.S. Personal Injury cases.
• Experience with pre-litigation is required.
• Litigation experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience managing or supporting a significant Personal Injury caseload.
• Experience communicating directly with clients regarding active cases.
• Experience with insurance claims, medical records, medical bills, and treatment coordination.
• Strong understanding of the Personal Injury case lifecycle.
• Ability to work independently while following attorney direction and established firm procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Filevine experience or experience with comparable legal case management software.
• English/Spanish bilingual proficiency required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Tenured experience operating at higher responsibility within the Personal Injury process.

Compensation & Benefits

• Job Type: Full-time
• Engagement Type: Independent Contractor
• Expected Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm EST)
• Pay rate: From $8 to $17 USD per hour, depending on experience
• Candidates are responsible for their applicable local taxes.

Location

• Work Location: Remote
• Candidates must have reliable internet access, an appropriate computer or laptop, a noise-canceling headset, and a professional, quiet remote workspace.