Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned personal injury and/or litigation paralegal to take leadership over a busy personal injury practice.

Responsibilities

Open and manage new personal injury client files with accuracy, discretion, and strict attention to confidentiality Organize, maintain, and oversee both electronic and physical file systems to ensure efficient case management and retrieval of documents Draft pleadings, statements of claim, affidavits of documents, settlement briefs, and other personal injury litigation documents Maintain and monitor a comprehensive calendar/diary system, including limitation periods, discoveries, mediations, and court deadlines Prepare and send professional correspondence to insurance adjusters, opposing counsel, medical professionals, and clients, including service of documents and follow-up communications Communicate effectively and empathetically with clients, keeping them updated on the status of their files and responding promptly to inquiries Obtain, review, and summarize medical records, employment records, and other supporting documentation relevant to claims Coordinate with lawyers to prioritize tasks and ensure all work is completed accurately and within required timelines

Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience as a personal injury paralegal (or significant experience as a legal assistant in personal injury litigation) Strong knowledge of personal injury procedures, including tort, accident benefits, and relevant court/document requirements Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a professional and client-focused approach Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple files and strict deadlines independently Proficiency in creating, managing, and maintaining effective filing and document management systems Ability to work well both independently and collaboratively as part of a legal team

Compensation is commensurate to experience.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:

legal: 3 years (required)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Legal Assistant/Paralegal diploma (preferred)
Work Location: In person