Litigation Case Manager/Paralegal

A prominent plaintiff’s law firm based in Bergen County is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Case Manager to join their team. The ideal candidate will be a highly organized and compassionate legal professional with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in plaintiff personal injury law. You will manage a full caseload under the supervision of attorneys, acting as the key point of contact for clients, providers, and insurers throughout the life of a case. Previous litigation and personal injury experience are required. Candidates without the required experience will not be considered.

Responsibilities including, but not limited to:
•    Handle all aspects of personal injury files from filing the complaint until conclusion of the case.
•    Maintain frequent and compassionate communication with clients regarding case status, treatment progress, and legal steps.
•    Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery responses, and settlement demands.
•    Coordinate with medical providers to obtain and summarize records and bills.
•    Prepare cases for arbitration, mediation, and trial as necessary.
•    Track deadlines and manage attorney calendars to ensure timely filings and appearances.

Qualifications
•    Minimum 3 years of experience in plaintiff's personal injury law (required).
•    Strong understanding of New Jersey tort law, court procedures, and e-filing systems.
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•    Proficient in legal case management software
•    Ability to multitask, work independently, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
•    Treat others with respect and contribute to a positive team environment
•    Knowledge of Trial pad and/or TrialWorks a plus
•    Strong computer skills with Microsoft Word and PDF conversion software. Excel and PowerPoint experience is necessary
•    Knowledge of Local and State discovery rules
•    Organization skills and attention to detail

Benefits:
•    Free employee medical coverage, with paid deductible
•    Vision and dental coverage at a minimal surcharge
•    Life insurance and supplemental disability coverage
•    Voluntary Aflac coverage
•    401(k) plan
•    Accrued Paid Sick leave
•    PTO days along with Major Federal Holidays
•    Voluntary Pet Insurance

Compensation details: 70000-80000 Yearly Salary

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