Litigation Case Manager/Paralegal

A prominent plaintiff's law firm based in Bergen County is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Case Manager to join their team. The ideal candidate will be a highly organized and compassionate legal professional with a minimum of 3 years' experience in plaintiff personal injury law. You will manage a full caseload under the supervision of attorneys, acting as the key point of contact for clients, providers, and insurers throughout the life of a case. Previous litigation and personal injury experience are required. Candidates without the required experience will not be considered.

Responsibilities including, but not limited to: - Handle all aspects of personal injury files from filing the complaint until conclusion of the case. - Maintain frequent and compassionate communication with clients regarding case status, treatment progress, and legal steps. - Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery responses, and settlement demands. - Coordinate with medical providers to obtain and summarize records and bills. - Prepare cases for arbitration, mediation, and trial as necessary. - Track deadlines and manage attorney calendars to ensure timely filings and appearances.

Qualifications - Minimum 3 years of experience in plaintiff's personal injury law (required). - Strong understanding of New Jersey tort law, court procedures, and e-filing systems. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Proficient in legal case management software - Ability to multitask, work independently, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment. - Treat others with respect and contribute to a positive team environment - Knowledge of Trial pad and/or TrialWorks a plus - Strong computer skills with Microsoft Word and PDF conversion software. Excel and PowerPoint experience is necessary - Knowledge of Local and State discovery rules - Organization skills and attention to detail

Benefits: - Free employee medical coverage, with paid deductible - Vision and dental coverage at a minimal surcharge - Life insurance and supplemental disability coverage - Voluntary Aflac coverage - 401(k) plan - Accrued Paid Sick leave - PTO days along with Major Federal Holidays - Voluntary Pet Insurance

Compensation details: 70000-80000 Yearly Salary

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