Litigation Paralegal

The right candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, technologically advanced, team-centric working environment.
At Bighorn Law, we believe in securing justice for clients.
Our Litigation Managers are instrumental in helping our clients recover.
If you are detail-oriented, analytical and enjoy problem solving, then this is a great opportunity for you! Responsibilities:
• Communicate frequently with Attorney(s) in formulating a game plan for the current case load.
• Consistently and thoroughly utilize client management software to detail the interactions with clients, attorneys, medical providers, expert witnesses, opposing counsel, etc.
• Follow established procedures for work product, documentation and notes.
• Prepare for weekly case reviews with Attorney/Director of Litigation.
• Responsible for creation of legal documents, per the instruction of Attorney/Director of Litigation.
• Responsible for ensuring that tasks, as assigned by Case Management Software/Attorney/Director of Litigation, are completed within designated due dates.
• Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with Attorneys, Clients and Coworkers.
• Work on cases from inception of litigation through arbitration/trial.
• Communicate with clients, medical providers, expert witnesses and opposing counsel by letter, email, text and telephone.
• Perform legal research.
• Draft legal documents (complaints, discovery, disclosures, briefs, motions, etc.).
• Maintain calendar consisting of meetings, appointments, due dates and hearings.
• Summarize/review medical records.
• Ability to manage large caseload.
• Review and analyze the case prior to filing lawsuit, determining defendants, jurisdiction and allegations.
• Data entry into case management software.
Qualifications:
• At least 2 - 3 years' experience in personal injury.
• At least 1 - 2 years' experience at a plaintiff law firm.
• Knowledge of federal and state court procedures.
• Persuasive writing skills.
• Analytical Reasoning.
• Task Prioritization.
• Calendaring skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Self-disciplined, positive attitude and professional appearance.
• Experience working with MS Office and Google Workspace.
• Typing 45+ WPM.
• Spanish speaking is a plus.
Compensation:
$28 - $43 hourly + performance bonus