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CR Legal Team · 4 days ago

Senior Litigation Paralegal - Personal Injury

Wilmington, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$23/hr - $31/hr

5+ years exp

CR Legal Team is seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Paralegal to join their team, providing whole-person legal care. The role involves managing sensitive client data, preparing legal documents, and collaborating with attorneys to handle client cases effectively.

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Responsibilities

Ability to multi-task and effectively communicate, problem-solve and handle tasks efficiently and professionally with all TEAM members and the public, with adaptability to diverse internal and external clientele

Maintains strict confidentiality of all client information in accordance with attorney-client privilege and applicable state and federal privacy laws, while avoiding the unauthorized practice of law

Handles sensitive client data, case details, medical records, and communications with the utmost discretion and professionalism

Understands and adheres to ethical obligations regarding confidentiality, including proper storage, transmission, and discussion of client matters only in secure settings and with authorized personnel

Complies with firm policies on data security, and document retention protocols

Understands and complies with company policies and procedures

Must be able to work in-office as scheduled to meet with clients, meet and collaborate with fellow TEAM members, attend training sessions, and/or participate in other events

Must be proficient in utilization of available technology including case management software, computers, databases, portals, State and Federal e-filing, and other software needed to successfully manage cases

Maintains excellent customer service and interfaces with clients, providers, and TEAM members according to policies and procedures

Prepares documents, including but not limited to medical summaries, correspondence, discovery, pleadings and administrative forms for attorney approval

Interfaces with the clients on non-legal issues relating to the management of client's case; refers legal issues to the appropriate attorney(s)

Assists attorney(s) with written and verbal communications with adjusters, defense counsel, court administration, and clients

Senior Litigation Paralegal can effectively communicate with clients to uncover pertinent information and data to include treatment status, medical information that could impact the case, changes in work status, and records information per operating procedure

Notifies the attorney of any changes, new information, concerns, or issues

Conducts preparation for legal proceedings; submits appropriate information and legal forms/documents to the appropriate organizations; understands forms and procedures necessary to properly handle client's case as instructed by the appropriate attorney(s)

Demonstrates effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills to optimize case management

Investigates, reasons, and collects pertinent information in situations where only limited information may be available

Collaborates with appropriate attorney(s) and other TEAM members to effectively handle client cases including identification of relevant facts and issues to achieve optimal results for clients

Gathers, processes, and organizes incoming medical records, bills, pleadings and/or legal filings, and other case related documents in a timely manner per procedure

Notifies the attorney when pertinent records and/or information is received and completes any associated tasks as needed

Utilizes, manages, and properly completes assigned tasks per procedure

Processes and reviews mail daily for additional information pertinent to case(s); documents any pertinent information and advises the appropriate attorney(s) when received

Confirms balances and expenses; prepares the appropriate settlement documents for review by the attorney(s)

Senior Litigation Paralegal interfaces with other TEAM members to achieve office and departmental goals; may provide back up to other TEAM members, including but not limited to client meetings and video conferences

Ability and willingness to train, mentor, and guide lesser experienced TEAM members when appropriate and/or requested to do so

Qualification

Litigation case managementClient advocacyCase management softwareMedical records managementLegal document preparationConfidentiality complianceCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam collaborationCritical thinking

Required

5 plus years of prior litigation experience

Strong knowledge of all aspects of litigation case management, practices, and procedures

Exceptional client advocacy

Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative Team

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in case management and other relevant software

Ability to multi-task and effectively communicate, problem-solve and handle tasks efficiently and professionally with all TEAM members and the public

Maintains strict confidentiality of all client information in accordance with attorney-client privilege and applicable state and federal privacy laws