Litigation Paralegal

Location: Clark Bloomfield and Paramus NJ
Job Type: Full-Time Onsite

Salary Range: $65000-$85000

Our client is a well-established and highly respected New Jersey plaintiffs personal injury and medical malpractice law firm seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal / Legal Secretary to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and is passionate about supporting attorneys through all phases of complex personal injury cases.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of plaintiff-side personal injury litigation experience and possess exceptional organizational communication and case management skills.

• Support attorneys throughout all phases of plaintiff personal injury litigation from case inception through trial.
• Prepare draft and proofread legal correspondence pleadings motions discovery requests and responses subpoenas and other litigation documents.
• Manage case files maintain litigation calendars and monitor deadlines to ensure timely filings.
• Coordinate depositions mediations arbitrations court appearances and expert witness scheduling.
• Obtain organize and summarize medical records medical bills and other case-related documentation.
• Communicate professionally with clients medical providers experts insurance carriers and court personnel.
• Assist with trial preparation including exhibit organization trial notebooks witness coordination and document management.
• Maintain accurate case information and provide administrative support to attorneys as needed.

• Minimum of 3 years of plaintiff personal injury litigation experience required.
• Strong knowledge of New Jersey litigation procedures and court deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple active cases simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a deadline-driven environment.
• Professional client-focused demeanor with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software preferred.

The firm offers a competitive compensation package along with an excellent benefits program including:

• Medical Dental Vision and Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement