Litigation Paralegal
Company: Law Office of V. Tamayeff P.C.
Location: Rego Park
Posted on: April 21, 2024
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Job Description:
Location: Queens, NY Job Type: Full-time We are a thriving
Personal Injury law firm based in New York, and we are actively
seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our dynamic
team. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of three years of
demonstrable experience in handling Personal Injury cases.
Accepting applications from those within the U.S. experience in
litigation. THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION. MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUTE
TO WORK and LEGAL CITIZEN. Unqualified candidates will not be
considered Responsibilities: The selected candidate will be
expected to exhibit proficiency in the following key areas:
Conducting meticulous research and adeptly drafting complaints for
personal injury claims arising from a broad spectrum of scenarios,
including motor-vehicle accidents, premises liability, animal
attacks, product liability, medical and dental malpractice,
assault, battery, and false arrest claims. Proficiency in a wide
range of legal motions, petitions, and orders, including but not
limited to motions for default, vacating, renewal, reargument,
leave, appellate briefs, time extensions, restoration, withdrawal
of counsel, protective orders, discovery extensions, compulsory
actions, preclusion, striking, quashing, contempt, summary
judgments, speedy trial violations, class certification, infant
compromises, and legal memoranda. Skillfully drafting demands,
Bills of Particulars, interrogatories, notices to admit, subpoenas,
future pleadings, proposed orders, pretrial disclosures,
stipulations, judgment enforcement, and replies to crossclaims.
Preparing cases for mediation, trial, and arbitration, including
scheduling witnesses, expert testimony, blow-up exhibits, trial
evidence, verdict sheets, and adherence to judge and part rules.
Collaborating with court clerks, judges, and coordinating jury
instructions. Demonstrating proficiency in various legal
technologies and software, including PACE, WCB eCase (NY), NYSCEF
(NY), eLaw (NY), eCourt (NY), EDDS (NY), Google Workspace, Smart
Advocate, and LexisNexis. Holding a Notary Public designation.
Providing comprehensive support throughout the entire case life
cycle, including client interaction, coverage evaluation,
investigation, assessment, reserves management, negotiation, and
case resolution, all while maintaining meticulous written records.
Additional Responsibilities DAY-TO-DAY: Experience in establishing
new Bodily Injury claims, processing No-Fault applications,
managing settlement packages, loss wages, property damage claims,
mileage reimbursement, and appointment scheduling. Proficiency in
navigating the Personal Injury claims process and managing
caseloads independently along with calendar. Exceptional phone
etiquette, ensuring professional and effective client
communication. Efficiently managing a variety of secretarial tasks
and complex duties within established guidelines, prioritizing
responsibilities, and meeting specific objectives and goals. The
position offers substantial opportunities for professional growth
for the right candidate. Requirements: Must be able to commute to
our office location and have legal citizenship status. Strong
written communication skills and a client-focused approach. This is
not a remote position. If you speak Spanish that is the cherry on
the cake although not required. Compensation: Commensurate based on
experience $40K-68K Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $40,000 -
$68,000 Annual Bonus/Commission: Yes
Keywords: Law Office of V. Tamayeff P.C., New York , Litigation Paralegal, Legal , Rego Park, New York
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