Personal Injury Paralegal

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 

$55,000 - $70,000 yearly

 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

• 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 

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