Job description

Overview: We are seeing an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal who has a wealth of knowledge and experience in all phases of case workups including pre-litigation and litigation. Successful candidates will be proficient in legal software, have excellent communication skills and have a knack for time management. Key Responsibilities: Support attorneys in all aspects of litigation from filing of complaint through trial and post-trial Draft, prepare, and file legal documents, including: Complaints, answers, and motions Discovery requests and responses (interrogatories, requests for production, etc.) Subpoenas and deposition notices Manage and track litigation deadlines in accordance with Connecticut court rules Coordinate and schedule depositions, independent medical examinations (IMEs), and court appearances Review, analyze, and summarize medical records, expert reports, and discovery materials Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and expert witnesses Assist with trial preparation, including: Exhibit preparation and organization Trial binders and materials Witness coordination Maintain accurate and organized case files within Litify E-file documents in Connecticut state and federal courts Qualifications Bachelor’s degree 5+ years of experience in Personal Injury Proficiency in legal software and legal databases (Litify, eCourts, etc.) Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail and commitment to ethical standards. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and technologies. Relevant understanding of legal research methodologies. Relevant certifications or licenses related to paralegal studies preferred. Compensation Range: $75,000 — $85,000 USD Compensation: The compensation for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to; prior relevant experience, business needs and market factors. Additionally, salary wages are only part of the total compensation package. Benefits: (Eligible full-time employees and part-time employees who work over 30 hours a week) Medical Insurance including Dental and Vision Paid Time off- Vacation and Sick time Robust Holiday Schedule Summer Fridays (Early closures Memorial Day- Labor Day) 401k Plans + matching for qualifying employees Equal Opportunity Statement Brandon J Broderick provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. E-Verify This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form. No 3rd party recruitment firms.

Requirements

Must-haves

Support attorneys in all aspects of litigation from filing of complaint through trial and post-trial
Draft, prepare, and file legal documents, including:
Complaints, answers, and motions
Discovery requests and responses (interrogatories, requests for production, etc.)
Subpoenas and deposition notices
Manage and track litigation deadlines in accordance with Connecticut court rules
Coordinate and schedule depositions, independent medical examinations (IMEs), and court appearances
Review, analyze, and summarize medical records, expert reports, and discovery materials
Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and expert witnesses
Exhibit preparation and organization
Trial binders and materials
Witness coordination
Maintain accurate and organized case files within Litify
E-file documents in Connecticut state and federal courts
Bachelor’s degree
5+ years of experience in Personal Injury
Proficiency in legal software and legal databases (Litify, eCourts, etc.)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to ethical standards.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and technologies.
Relevant understanding of legal research methodologies.
Benefits: (Eligible full-time employees and part-time employees who work over 30 hours a week)
Robust Holiday Schedule

Nice-to-haves

Relevant certifications or licenses related to paralegal studies preferred.

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Benefits

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Dental

Vision

401k

Paid Time Off