Legal Assistant/Paralegal Hybrid - Personal Injury

• Superior working knowledge of personal injury claims and the claims process
• Experience with injury recovery, treatment, and insurer relations
• Proven ability to deliver outstanding client service and manage cases effectively
• Skilled in drafting pleadings, applications, and general litigation documents
• Strong understanding of court rules and procedures
• Ability to independently prepare mediation summaries and settlement proposals
• Exceptional aptitude for legal software and case management systems
• Strong organizational/document management skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including grammar and editing
• Paralegal certificate from an accredited program is an asset but not required

• Work closely with lawyers, legal assistants, and client intake staff
• Conduct new client intake meetings, gather information, and prepare documentation (retainers, authorizations, file opening)
• Manage client communications regarding recovery, treatment, and employment updates
• Handle benefits coverage with insurers and liaise with opposing counsel, employers, agencies, and clinicians
• Prepare limitation information and oversee initial file correspondence
• Ensure all pre-litigation documentation is in order and assist with litigation steps
• Review pleadings and prepare litigation documents, including Lists of Documents
• Manage special damages and document expenses
• Schedule and prepare for litigation stages, mediations, and independent medical examinations
• Review files for settlement and prepare proposals, disbursements, and Bills of Costs

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