Personal Injury Pre-Litigation Paralegal

Law Offices of Spar & Bernstein, P.C.

. Perform a variety of duties to assist attorneys in accordance with the Firm’s established policies and procedures .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing personal injury cases from intake through early litigation, including drafting legal documents and maintaining client communication. Proficient in utilizing Smart Advocate or similar software for case management and documentation.

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Personal Injury Law ExperienceSmart Advocate Software ProficiencyLegal Document DraftingClient Communication SkillsResearch and Report-Generating Skills

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Hard Skills

Case ManagementLegal Document PreparationMedical Record ReviewInvestigation Report AcquisitionNo-Fault Application DraftingClaim Letter DraftingMediation Package PreparationTime ManagementAnalytical ThinkingMulti-Tasking

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationOrganization AbilitiesEmpathyStrong Work Ethic

Tools & Technologies

Smart AdvocatePersonal Injury Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeNotary Public (NY and/or Electronic)

Industry Keywords

Personal Injury LawLegal ProceduresClient ConfidentialityLitigation SupportInsurance Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform a variety of duties to assist attorneys in accordance with the Firm’s established policies and procedures
Oversee and follow up on all assigned cases from the Intake phase through preparation of the Summons and Complaint and receipt of Answer(s)
Maintain positive contact with clients and observe confidentiality of client matters and the Firm
Manage approximately 100 personal injury cases from the intake phase through early litigation
Gather and arrange investigative, medical, insurance, legal, and non-legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
Obtain and review medical records and provide status updates to clients and medical providers
Draft and file No-Fault applications, Notice of Claims, Claim Letters, and Deed Searches
Obtain police and other investigative reports
Document outstanding medical, workers compensation, and case funding liens and update lien information in Smart Advocate
Draft and prepare specials packages, medical chronologies, arbitration packages, and mediation packages

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Personal Injury Law Firm setting
Analytical thinker with detailed research proficiency
Ability to grasp and interpret legal documents and concepts
Time Management Skills
Excellent Communication and Organization Abilities
Strong Research and Report-Generating Skills
Ability to Multi-Task and Prioritize Work Independently
Strong Work Ethic
Empathy towards Clients and/or their Family Members who have suffered an injury or a loss (understanding that this is an emotional time for them.)
Knowledge of the Smart Advocate or Similar Personal Injury Software Platform
Preferred if a Notary Public (NY and/or electronic)
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift a maximum of 25 pounds at times