Litigation Paralegal

Summary

Jacoby & Meyers Accident & Injury Lawyers is a law firm focused on helping people obtain justice and compensation for accident and injury claims. The Litigation Paralegal will support government claims and civil litigation by preparing filings, managing deadlines, communicating with agencies, conducting investigations, and maintaining accurate case records.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and timely submit government claim forms and supporting documentation in compliance with applicable requirements and deadlines
• Review claims for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and agency guidelines
• Monitor claim statuses and maintain detailed records of submissions, correspondence, and case activity
• Track and manage Statute of Limitations deadlines to ensure timely filings and case progression
• Maintain and calendar critical deadlines, reminders, hearings, and task assignments
• Communicate with government agencies regarding pending, delayed, or denied claims and coordinate appropriate follow-up actions
• Respond to requests for additional information, documentation, or clarification in a timely manner
• Conduct background, documentary, and factual investigations related to party identity, location, assets, and case development in support of government claims and litigation strategy
• Draft summons, complaints, and ancillary documents for attorney’s review
• Send initial filing documents out for filing through a legal services company
• Collaborate with pre-litigation departments to identify matters appropriate for litigation and facilitate efficient case progression
• Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing case-related information
• Document key case developments, identify concerns, and assist in developing litigation strategies and case plans
• Maintain and update case management software to ensure accurate case tracking, documentation, and workflow efficiency

Skills

• **Must be eligible to work in the U.S.**
• * At least 1-3 years of civil litigation experience
• * Very well organized
• * Good follow-up
• * Strong communication skills
• * Attention to detail
• * Ability to handle large volume of cases and multiple cases at a time
• * Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
• * Bachelor's Degree or two to four years of related experience and/or training
• * To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software, spreadsheet software and word processing software
• * Paralegal Certificate a plus

Qualifications

Must Haves

• **Must be eligible to work in the U.S.**
• * At least 1-3 years of civil litigation experience
• * Very well organized
• * Good follow-up
• * Strong communication skills
• * Attention to detail
• * Ability to handle large volume of cases and multiple cases at a time
• * Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
• * Bachelor's Degree or two to four years of related experience and/or training
• * To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software, spreadsheet software and word processing software

Nice to Haves

• * Paralegal Certificate a plus

Benefits

• Flexible Schedules
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company-paid Life Insurance and AD&D Coverage, Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs
• Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Time, Paid Holidays
• Health FSA and Dependent Care FSA
• Accident Insurance
• Commuter Transportation Incentive
• Cell Phone and Internet Stipend
• Fully-paid parking
• Remote Positions