Personal Injury Paralegal- Plaintiff

We are seeking an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal to join a law firm located in Downtown Miami. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of plaintiff-side personal injury experience and a proven ability to manage a high volume of cases while supporting one or more attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment.

This role requires a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who can independently manage case files, coordinate litigation deadlines, communicate with clients, and provide comprehensive support throughout the personal injury claims and litigation process.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a high volume of plaintiff-side personal injury cases from intake through settlement or trial preparation.
• Provide direct paralegal support to one or more attorneys, ensuring cases progress efficiently and deadlines are consistently met.
• Prepare, review, and organize legal documents, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions, subpoenas, and correspondence.
• Coordinate medical records and billing requests, maintain treatment updates, and organize supporting documentation for damages and settlement demands.
• Communicate regularly with clients, insurance adjusters, medical providers, opposing counsel, and other relevant parties.
• Assist with drafting demand packages, settlement documentation, and other case-related materials.
• Track court deadlines, discovery schedules, depositions, hearings, and other critical litigation dates.
• Coordinate depositions, mediations, independent medical examinations, and other litigation-related appointments.
• Maintain accurate and well-organized electronic case files, ensuring all documentation is current and accessible.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including exhibit organization, witness coordination, and preparation of case materials.
• Monitor case progress, follow up on outstanding records and documentation, and proactively identify issues requiring attorney attention.
• Handle competing priorities effectively while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and exceptional attention to detail.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Personal Injury Paralegal.
• Mandatory plaintiff-side personal injury law firm experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing a high volume of personal injury cases simultaneously.
• Experience supporting one or more attorneys in a busy personal injury practice.
• Strong knowledge of personal injury claims, litigation procedures, discovery, medical records, and settlement documentation.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, written communication, and client-service skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with legal case management software and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work full-time, fully in-office in Downtown Miami, Florida.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing cases through litigation, settlement, and trial preparation.
• Familiarity with Florida civil litigation procedures and court filing requirements.
• Experience with legal calendaring systems, electronic filing, and medical records management.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate is a seasoned plaintiff-side Personal Injury Paralegal who thrives in a high-volume practice, takes ownership of case management, anticipates attorney needs, and can efficiently support multiple cases without sacrificing accuracy or client service.