About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Legal Services (Personal Injury Law Firm).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Position Overview

This is an entry-level, full-time Paralegal role supporting two partners at a confidential client — a prominent personal injury law firm — in Lower Manhattan. The position is hybrid (majority onsite) and requires strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and excellent client communication.

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Schedule & Compensation

This role is:

• Full-time — Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
• Hybrid: 4 days onsite in Lower Manhattan (Financial District), 1 day remote
• Pay: $65,000 per year + overtime eligibility + discretionary bonus
• Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and other standard benefits

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What You’ll Do

You will provide day-to-day administrative and case support to two partners, helping ensure excellent client service and smooth firm operations. Key responsibilities include:

• Draft and file legal documents (pleadings, complaints, discovery requests, motions, subpoenas) and coordinate timely filings and service
• Request, organize, and summarize client medical records, billing statements, and lien information for case evaluation and demand packages
• Conduct intake interviews and maintain ongoing client communications throughout treatment
• Liaise with medical providers, expert witnesses, and insurance adjusters
• Prepare materials for trial and mediation (trial notebooks, deposition exhibits), calculate itemized damages, and schedule court dates and depositions
• Support general administrative tasks and special projects as needed

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What We’re Looking For

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• At least one year of administrative experience in a professional environment
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and written/verbal communication skills
• Professional, client-focused attitude and willingness to assist on both major projects and daily administrative duties
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Preferred skills (not required but helpful):

• Prior exposure to personal injury matters or medical-record handling
• Familiarity with court filing procedures and legal document preparation
• Comfortable coordinating with medical professionals and experts

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Physical & Accessibility Info

This role may involve occasional physical activity such as standing for periods, bending, reaching, and lifting items up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by law.

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Equal Employment & Additional Notices

Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer and will consider qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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