Pre-Litigation Paralegal
About Us
Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP, is a trial law firm dedicated to helping injured people get the justice they deserve. We have offices in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, North Carolina, Illinois, Florida, California, and Texas. We only represent people—not corporations. Our nationwide practice affords us the opportunity to make a difference on a broad scale, and we are looking for colleagues who share our passion.
About the Role
Join our dynamic plaintiff personal injury legal team as a Plaintiff's Personal Injury Pre-Litigation Paralegal at our Hackensack, NJ office! The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in Plaintiff's Personal Injury cases and be familiar with the legal procedures in New Jersey. The paralegal will play a crucial role in assisting our attorneys in all aspects of personal injury cases. This position will be based full-time in office.
You Will:
- Conduct initial client interviews and gather relevant case information while maintaining clear and organized client files.
- Open No-Fault and Bodily Injury Claims and process related applications and letters of representation.
- Order and review medical records and other relevant documents and summarize them for attorney review.
- Coordinate and monitor client treatment.
- Perform pre-litigation investigations (OPRA requests; surveillance notices; etc)
- Submit lien inquiries and obtain final lien amounts.
- Draft Settlement Demand packages.
- Assist attorneys with Pre-litigation settlement procedures.
- Communicate regularly with clients to provide case updates.
You Have:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Plaintiff's Personal Injury Paralegal in New Jersey.
- Strong understanding of personal injury case procedures for motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, animal bite/attacks, and other negligence cases.
Nice to Have:
- Experience resolving liens/patient balances.
- Spanish-speaking
Our Benefits:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
Paid Time Off
Commuter Transit Program
Retirement Plan
Salary Range: $29-$36/hour
The quoted salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate's experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.
Skills Required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a plaintiff's personal injury paralegal in New Jersey
- Familiarity with New Jersey legal procedures
- Strong understanding of personal injury procedures involving motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, animal bites or attacks, and other negligence cases
- Experience resolving liens and patient balances
- Spanish-speaking ability
What We Do
Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP is a nationally recognized trial law firm dedicated to advocating for individuals who have suffered serious injuries through no fault of their own. Specializing in cases such as mesothelioma and asbestos exposure, they fight against powerful corporations to recover maximum compensation for their clients, having secured over $500 million in settlements and verdicts.
