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Paralegal (Remote)
Philadelphia, PA

A growing national personal injury law firm has an immediate opening for an experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal. The successful candidate will be able to provide assistance through all phases of the litigation process, in various state and federal courts across the country.

This is a fully remote opportunity and requires that the candidate have excellent technology and computer skills.

Job Responsibilities:

Answer a multi-line phone and complete new client intakes
Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and experts in a professional and proficient manner
Day-to-day case management duties
Assisting with the preparation, filing, and service of pleadings, including Complaints, Motions, and Briefs
Request and obtain medical records
Draft correspondence, demand packages, and pleadings
Coordinating the collection, review, and production of documents and responding to discovery requests, including Interrogatories, Requests for Production of Documents, Requests for Admissions, etc.
Assist with trial preparation

 

Qualifications and Skills:

Excellent technology and computer skills
Excellent organization skills
Punctual
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to follow directions and procedures
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to prioritize workload and assignments
Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure
Ability to work in a confidential environment, maintaining client confidentiality at all times

Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree and/or Paralegal certificate, from an ABA-accredited program, preferred, or a combination of education and/or experience
2-3 years experience as a civil litigation paralegal/legal assistant in a law firm setting, preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & Outlook)
Proficiency with various software programs: Office 365, Sharepoint, Pacer, Adobe, and Westlaw, preferred
Experience in the following states is preferred, but not required: Pennsylvania, California, New York, New Jersey, and Florida

The firm offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and performance, a 401K, and health insurance.

All resumes received will be kept confidential.






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