Personal Injury Pre-Suit Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Personal Injury Pre-Suit Paralegal

Boutique Personal Injury law firm in Pompano Beach is seeking a full-time Pre-Suit Paralegal with at least 3-5 years of experience handling pre-suit personal injury cases. Prior caseload experience should be inclusive of automobile accidents, slip-and-falls, and premises liability.

The ideal candidate is someone with a strong work ethic who takes pride in aggressively and proactively tending to the needs of each case.

Responsibilities Include:

• Conducting new-client intake and initial assessment of factual issues
• Setting up new files and maintaining files in the firm's case management software
• Reviewing insurance policies and declarations pages to determine insurance coverage eligibility
• Requesting medical records and medical bills from medical providers
• Reviewing medical records to determine extent and nature of injuries/complaints/symptoms.
• Preparing and sending letters of representation, waivers and reduction, and statutory notice letters
• Assisting attorneys with preparing demand letters/packages
• Communicating and negotiating with health insurance companies and medical providers
• Frequently communicating with clients regarding each aspect of their case

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Self-motivated with a professional sense of urgency to properly manage files
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong work ethic
• Strong interpersonal talents, with excellent verbal, written, and phone communication skills
• Ability to work independently with adherence to deadlines
• Team-oriented
• Strong computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Desire to learn and grow
• Professional demeanor and appearance required

Pay rate is commensurate with experience. Some of the benefits we offer include: paid major holidays, group health insurance, vacation days, and discretionary bonuses based on performance. Office hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Please email your resume to jess@ljwlegal.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year with bonus incentives

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• M-F 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person