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Job Summary: 

The Personal Injury Paralegal is responsible for all aspects of case management. This includes assisting the attorney(s) by providing clerical and research support services including document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses; coordinating medical bills and treatment, coordinating with liability, no-fault, underinsured/uninsured, and health insurance coverages; managing a case load,  and ensuring the client is kept informed throughout the process, conducting research as needed, investigations, fact checking, and trial preparation. 

 Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects. 
  • Experience with full Personal Injury case management from client intake to settlement, lien resolution, or litigation. 
  • Draft legal documents, including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, interrogatories, file motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
  • Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
  • Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items. 
  • Familiar with legal document management systems. 
  • Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings. 
  • Maintains contact with medical providers and insurance companies and communicates with the client often to ensure all needs related to their case are being met. 

Required Skills/Abilities: 

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with time management and attention to detail.
  • Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters. 
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. 
  • Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
  • Personal injury case management to include maintaining contact with all parties involved, including medical providers, the client, insurance companies, etc.  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to function well in a high-paced environment. 
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and to exercise discretion and good judgment. 
  • Self-starter that works well in a small group or independently 
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. 

Education and Experience and Physical Requirements: 

  • Associate’s degree in paralegal studies or related field required, or equivalent experience, bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or related field preferred. 
  • ABA-approved Paralegal program preferred. 
  • 3-5 years of Delaware personal injury experience preferred. 
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times. 
  • Other duties as assigned. 

BMF offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, opportunities for professional development and career advancement, a collaborative, supportive, and growth-oriented work environment.

If you’re ready to make an impact with a respected firm that values excellence and innovation, we encourage you to apply. To apply, please email your resume and salary requirements to cmosher@lawbmf.com.