Clifton
We’re looking for a highly organized and professional Personal Injury Paralegal to join our client's team in Clifton, NJ! The ideal candidate will be an experienced plaintiff personal injury paralegal with at least 5 years of litigation experience, strong knowledge of New Jersey personal injury procedures, and exceptional organizational and communication skills. This candidate will be detail-oriented, client-focused, and proficient in managing case files, coordinating with providers, drafting legal documents, and supporting attorneys through all stages of litigation and trial preparation. Key Responsibilities: • Perform client intake: gather client information, open new case files, execute authorizations (HIPAA, medical records, etc.)., • Coordinate with medical providers, insurance companies, and clients to secure medical records, bills, employment/wage documentation, etc., • Prepare and draft legal documents demands, verified bills of particulars, pleadings, settlement correspondence, trial exhibits., • Maintain case management system: create and update case trackers, monitor deadlines (statute of limitations, responses, hearings), maintain calendars and dockets., • Review and analyze medical records, bills, diagnostic reports, and summarize for attorneys., • Assist attorneys with fact investigation: obtain police reports, scene photos, witness information, and evidence preservation., • Support trial preparation: organize exhibits, assist with deposition logistics, coordinate expert witness materials., • Serve as a liaison with clients, keeping them informed of case status, responding to questions, and ensuring deadlines are met., • Ensure compliance with relevant laws/regulations (e.g., HIPAA confidentiality) and firm policies., • Use legal research tools and case management software to support the legal team., • Work collaboratively with attorneys, other paralegals, staff, and external partners/vendors. Qualifications & Requirements: • Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a paralegal in a plaintiff personal injury law firm (litigation experience strongly preferred)., • Knowledge of New Jersey personal injury litigation practices, including statutes of limitations, discovery, and trial procedures., • Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Proficiency with case management software (e.g., PC Law, Needles, or similar) and standard Microsoft Office applications., • Ability to review and interpret medical records, understand medical terminology and bills., • Client-centered attitude: ability to build rapport with injured clients, coordinate providers, and provide updates., • Attention to detail, strong follow-through, and proactive mindset., • Paralegal certification or degree preferred but not required if supported by relevant experience. If this sounds like you, please send resumes to !