Litigation Paralegal (Personal Injury)

Eclipse Strategy Group is a third-party recruitment partner working with a growing law firm that is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support and expand its litigation team. This opportunity is well suited for a motivated professional who wants to take initiative and grow within a supportive environment.

"We are seeking a skilled paralegal who can manage a diverse caseload of complex personal injury litigation matters. In this role, you will operate with a high level of discretion and ownership while handling approximately 20 to 30 litigation cases from intake through resolution."

Schedule Full time, Non exempt, Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a high volume personal injury caseload from intake through trial.
• Ensure accurate calendaring document drafting discovery coordination court filings medical record management and clear client communication.
• Serve as a key litigation partner to attorneys experts and team members while maintaining organization compliance and forward case movement.
• Act as the central point of coordination for all case activity.
• Track court deadlines hearings depositions mediations and trial dates.
• Draft review and file legal documents including pleadings motions subpoenas discovery responses affidavits and correspondence in compliance with state and federal rules including electronic filing requirements.
• Oversee the collection organization and summarization of medical records and billing to support litigation strategy and damages analysis.
• Maintain professional communication with clients opposing counsel courts experts and vendors.
• Coordinate discovery depositions and expert scheduling and payment.
• Prepare attorneys for depositions hearings mediations and trial by assembling case notebooks exhibits witness lists and supporting materials.
• Attend proceedings when needed.
• Conduct ongoing file review to ensure accuracy completeness and readiness.
• Track court dockets manage service of process and support team efficiency through collaboration and training.
• Provide guidance and support to team members as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to manage a high caseload with strong organization attention to detail and time management skills
• Team oriented mindset with a collaborative approach
• Strong critical thinking and analytical abilities
• Experience with complex litigation including state and federal procedures such as personal injury medical malpractice or commercial litigation
• Strong communication skills with a focus on client service
• Proficiency with eCourts legal software research databases and case management systems
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Paralegal Studies or related field NC Paralegal Certificate required NC Notary or willingness to obtain
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a paralegal in a personal injury law firm or similar setting
• In depth understanding of litigation processes discovery procedures and court filing systems