Prelitigation Paralegal

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Carter Mario Law Firm has been helping personal injury victims throughout Connecticut for over 35 years. We are strong and growing Our professional legal team provides compassionate, client-focused legal help to those who are hurt through no fault of their own. Our efforts to go above and beyond have resulted in countless successful results. We are seeking a personal injury paralegal preferably with CT and MA experience to join our prelitigation team.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update files through all prelitigation phases
• Frequent interaction with clients in person and by phone
• Timely communication, follow up, and follow through with clients, attorneys, and medical providers
• Precise confirmation and documentation of case activity
• Obtain medical documentation, final reports, monitor liens, confirm balances
• Prepare demand packages for attorney review
• Prepare settlement statements for attorney review
• Prepare file status reviews
• Complete file opening and closing tasks
• Prepare and send correspondence
• Timely processing of daily case scans/mail
• Assist with phone coverage as needed
• Perform investigative tasks at the direction of the Attorney and/or Supervisor

Requirements

• Proficient in handling all stages of personal injury cases as noted above
• Minimum 3 years of consecutive personal injury paralegal experience is preferred
• Experience with medical record review and documentation
• AS degree in legal studies or paralegal certification preferred
• Skilled in interacting with clients in person and by phone
• Professional written and verbal communication skills (grammar, spelling, tone)
• Genuine service demeanor
• Efficient time management skills to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Detail oriented and proactive
• Team player who can also work independently
• Ability to navigate various software programs, Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and Adobe. Legal software experience a plus.

We foster a team culture in which our staff members are encouraged and supported. Talent is recognized and rewarded in an environment with continuous learning and challenging work. We recognize talent and reward results. Our benefit options include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident and critical illness coverage, short-term and long-term disability, a 401(k) plan with generous employer matching, paid time off (PTO) bank, paid holidays, an employee assistance program, and employee appreciation events. We provide opportunities for continued growth through on-site training, tuition assistance, and a book club.

Carter Mario Law Firm is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Salary Description

$20 - $30 commensurate with experience

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