Personal Injury Attorney/Paralegal

Our client is seeking experienced Personal Injury Attorneys and Personal Injury Paralegals to join their legal team. The ideal candidates will have hands-on experience handling personal injury matters and supporting clients throughout the litigation and claims process.

Key Responsibilities

Handle and/or support a caseload of personal injury matters from intake through settlement or trial.

Review case facts, medical records, police reports, insurance information, and other supporting documentation.

Communicate regularly with clients, insurance companies, medical providers, opposing counsel, and other parties.

Conduct case evaluations and assist with identifying liability, damages, and potential sources of recovery.

Prepare and review pleadings, discovery demands/responses, motions, subpoenas, correspondence, settlement documents, and other legal filings.

Conduct legal research and assist with case strategy and preparation.

Collect, organize, and review medical records, bills, authorizations, and other evidence.

Track case deadlines, court dates, appointments, and other important events.

Assist with settlement negotiations and preparation of settlement packages.

Prepare cases for depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial.

Maintain accurate and organized electronic and physical case files.

Ensure all filings and case-related tasks are completed accurately and within required deadlines.

Personal Injury Attorney Responsibilities

Independently manage and litigate personal injury cases.

Conduct client consultations and evaluate potential claims.

Develop case strategy and advise clients regarding their legal options.

Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, legal correspondence, and settlement documents.

Represent clients during depositions, hearings, mediations, and court proceedings.

Negotiate settlements with insurance companies and opposing counsel.

Prepare cases for trial and represent clients through trial when necessary.

Supervise and collaborate with paralegals and legal support staff.

Personal Injury Paralegal Responsibilities

Assist attorneys with the management of personal injury cases from intake through resolution.

Prepare and organize pleadings, discovery, correspondence, settlement documents, and other case materials.

Obtain and organize medical records, medical bills, authorizations, police reports, and insurance documentation.

Assist with discovery responses and preparation for depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.

Communicate with clients, medical providers, insurance companies, attorneys, and courts.

Monitor case deadlines and maintain accurate case calendars.

Assist with settlement demand packages and settlement administration.

Maintain organized case files and ensure all required documentation is available for attorneys.

Qualifications – Attorney

Active license to practice law in the United States; Florida Bar admission preferred/required depending on the position.

Demonstrated experience handling Personal Injury matters.

Experience managing a personal injury caseload from intake through settlement and/or trial.

Strong litigation, legal research, writing, negotiation, and courtroom skills.

Experience dealing with insurance companies and opposing counsel.

Strong client communication and case-management skills.

Qualifications – Paralegal

Prior experience as a Personal Injury Paralegal or in a closely related litigation role.

Strong understanding of personal injury claims and litigation procedures.

Experience handling medical records, medical bills, discovery, pleadings, and settlement documentation.

Strong organizational and deadline-management skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Experience with legal case-management software is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications for Both Roles

Experience handling auto accidents, premises liability, wrongful death, slip-and-fall, or other personal injury matters.

Experience in both pre-litigation and litigation matters.

Fluency in Spanish and/or Haitian Creole is a plus but not required.

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.

Compassionate, professional, and client-focused approach.