Personal Injury Paralegal

The Baez Legal GroupNew York, NY, US

Posted 3 months ago

Description

Job Type: Full-Time | In-Office

 

Applicants must have a minimum of one (1) year of hands-on paralegal experience handling personal injury cases. Applications that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.  

 

We are a New York personal injury law firm seeking an experienced Paralegal to work directly with the firm’s lead attorney. This role is ideal for a practical, organized, and self-motivated professional who takes initiative, asks thoughtful questions, and is eager to learn and grow within a busy plaintiff-side practice. 


Salary: $55,000 – $70,000 per year, depending on experience 

 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

  

Responsibilities

 This position will support all phases of litigation in cases involving personal injury cases. Responsibilities include: 

  • Manage personal injury cases from intake through resolution 
  • Draft and assist with discovery demands and responses 
  • Organize and maintain electronic case files and litigation documents 
  • Prepare materials for depositions, witnesses, and trial 
  • Obtain medical records, billing records, police reports, and court documents 
  • Schedule depositions, mediations, IMEs, court appearances, and client meetings 
  • Assist with New York State and federal court filings 
  • Communicate with clients, medical providers, experts, court staff, and opposing counsel 
  • Track deadlines and case data using Excel and internal systems

Qualifications

  • 1+ years of experience as a paralegal in a New York personal injury or medical malpractice plaintiff firm 
  • Strong knowledge of New York court procedures and personal injury litigation 
  • Knowledge of case management systems like Filevine, Smartadvocate, 
  • Clio, etc.  
  • Knowledge of Dropbox 
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently 
  • Self-starter with a practical, problem-solving mindset 
  • Desire to learn, take ownership of cases, and support a solo attorney 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel 
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills 

Compensation

$55,000 - $70,000/year

About The Baez Legal Group

We are a New York personal injury law firm committed to thoughtful advocacy, thorough preparation, and exceptional client service. Our practice combines serious litigation with a personalized, compassionate approach, giving attorneys the opportunity to do meaningful work that makes a real difference in clients’ lives.

Why Join Us

  • Hands-on mentorship from the managing partner in a setting designed to help you develop quickly and confidently
  • Early responsibility with meaningful exposure to litigation strategy, case development, and client communication
  • A supportive small-firm culture where collaboration is valued, and individual contributions are recognized
  • A real opportunity to grow into a larger role within the firm as your experience, judgment, and confidence expand

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