Litigation Paralegal- Personal Injury

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Southfield, MI

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $65,000- 85,000 per year, commensurate with experience

About Us:

Buckfire Law is an AV-rate personal injury law firm founded in 1969. Our success is built on our tradition acquiring highly talented individuals for every position in the law firm. We hire the best people, train them, and cultivate their abilities and talents so they can reach their full potential. This leads to a path of long-term success and prosperity for everyone. Our employee retention is excellent due to our friendly office environment, challenging and rewarding work, and strong compensation and benefit plans.

At Buckfire Law, our mission is to provide the unrivaled legal representation to injury victims and their families. We accomplish this through strong legal advocacy led by a team of committed and experienced legal professionals and a strong support staff. For our firm, we encourage an enjoyable workplace culture built upon a foundation of mutual respect, loyalty, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence.

Position Overview: We are looking for an experienced Litigation Paralegal with a strong background in personal injury law. The ideal candidate will bring knowledge of both first-party and third-party personal injury claims, a positive attitude, and a dedication to high-quality client service. This role involves managing case documentation, preparing legal documents, and supporting our attorneys throughout the litigation process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and file complaints, jury demands, and other pleadings related to personal injury cases (both mail and e-filing).
• Draft and respond to discovery motions, including those pertinent to personal injury claims.
• Prepare initial disclosures and respond to written discovery requests.
• Collect and manage required forms and authorizations for personal injury cases.
• Order, summarize, and organize medical records and other relevant case documentation.
• Summarize deposition transcripts and obtain police reports and additional documentation to support claims.
• Use Lexis and other resources to gather information about parties and witnesses.
• Coordinate with investigators and assist with tasks as requested by pre-litigation and litigation attorneys.
• Communicate regularly with clients, demonstrating empathy and providing updates on their personal injury cases.
• Schedule depositions, subpoena witnesses, and assist with other litigation-related tasks.
• Collaborate with team members and attend firm-wide meetings as scheduled.
• Show a willingness to learn new tasks and technologies with a proactive and positive attitude.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with both first-party and third-party auto personal injury claims is a plus.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative and respectful team environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Investment in advanced technology and efficient processes.
• Competitive compensation package including health insurance, disability insurance, 401(k) with matching, paid time off, and additional benefits.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in personal injury litigation as a paralegal.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and exceptional organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Lexis Advance and other relevant legal software.
• Compassionate and empathetic client service skills.
• Ability to follow instructions while also exercising independent judgment.
• Professional demeanor with a strong focus on achieving individual, department, and firm goals.
• Experience in a team-oriented work environment and willingness to learn new technologies.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter with salary requirements, resume, and references. To learn more about our firm and how you can contribute to our team, please visit

Buckfirelaw.com.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• 8-hour shifts

Please do not contact the firm directly. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person