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Title : Personal Injury Paralegal

Location : Texas - Houston
Refer to Job # IYPZ840687

Personal Injury Paralegal - Houston, TX Sign in for commute time Quick Apply Job Details Full-time 11 hours ago Qualifications Analysis skills Customer service Litigation Personal injury law Communication skills Bachelor's degree High school diploma or GED Associate's degree Full Job Description Summary The Paralegal will assist attorney(s) by providing clerical and research support services including document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses; research, investigations, and fact checking; and trial preparation. Assist legal assistant by providing documentation, research, and other services. Roles & Responsibilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects. Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures. Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys. Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements. Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items. Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings. Maintain medical and billing records to include admissible format, updating RFDs, up-to-day charts Discovery preparation to include reminders mediation, notices, client communication and calendaring E-filing motions and setting hearings Maintains exceptional client communication regarding case status Ad Litem Docket Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Skills/Abilities: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Basic understanding of court and administrative proceedings and documentation. Thorough understanding of lawsuit summaries, litigation files, and proper maintenance of all legal records. The items below are representative of the knowledge skills, ability, education and experience required for the role. Qualifications (knowledge, skills, and abilities) Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or 4 direct years experience working under an attorney's supervision Microsoft Office experience Some related experience preferred. Preferred Skills Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred Bachelor's degree Bi-lingual in Spanish Paralegal Certificate Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $15.00 per hour Education: High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: Microsoft Office: 3 years (Required) Legal administrative in personal injury: 3 years (Required) Work Location: One location

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