Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal
The ideal candidate has strong experience in personal injury litigation, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal to join our legal team. This role is essential in supporting attorneys throughout the litigation process, ensuring deadlines are met, case files are properly managed, and all legal documentation is accurate and complete.
Responsibilities :
• Track and manage deadlines for hearings, filings, motions, objections, and trials
• Ensure compliance with court rules and local procedures
• Maintain accurate case calendars and monitor critical dates
• Assist attorneys in drafting legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs
• Conduct legal research using tools such as Westlaw
• Prepare, organize, and maintain case files with a high level of accuracy
• Manage correspondence with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Schedule appointments, hearings, and meetings for attorneys
• Maintain professional and timely communication across all parties
• Proofread legal documents for accuracy, grammar, and clarity
• Assist in drafting contracts and legal agreements
• Utilize legal case management software to track case progress and deadlines
Qualifications :
• Associate degree or Paralegal Studies certificate required
• 1–2 years of experience as a Paralegal (required)
• At least 1 year of experience in Personal Injury law (required)
• Proven experience as a Litigation Paralegal preferred
• Familiarity with legal terminology, procedures, and research tools such as Westlaw
• Strong attention to detail with excellent proofreading and transcription skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and meet strict deadlines
• Spanish proficiency is a plus
- Department
- Legal Area
- Role
- Litigation Specialist
- Locations
- Tegucigalpa
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Employment level
- Operatives