Defendant Personal Injury Paralegal Job at Douglas Scott (Birmingham)

Personal Injury Paralegal

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Personal Injury Paralegal to join a top...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

Not provided

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience of handling RTA claims
Defendant experience is ideal but candidates with a claimant background are also encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibility

Managing a caseload of defendant RTA Litigation claims from inception to completion.

What we offer

Flexible/hybrid working
Private medical cover
Bonus structure
Buy/sell holidays
Discounted gym memberships
Various retail discounts.

Fulltime

RTA Paralegal

An RTA Paralegal/Fee Earner role with a Top 100 Defendant law firm managing RTA ...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

Not provided

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Recent and proven RTA experience
willing to handle RTA litigation matters from a defendant perspective
pre-litigation experience is acceptable for candidates wanting to transition into litigation.

Job Responsibility

Manage a quality caseload of RTA litigation matters from a defendant perspective.

What we offer

Company pension scheme
enhanced company sick and maternity pay scheme
flexible working hours
hybrid working
performance-related bonus scheme
private healthcare including family coverage
income protection
life assurance
interest-free travel loan scheme
employee assistance programme

Fulltime

Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal

We are looking for an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support a Plaintiff-si...

Location

United States , Renton

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 2 years of paralegal experience in plaintiff-side personal injury litigation
Working knowledge of Washington State court procedures, including local and state rules for Superior and District Courts
Experience with electronic filing in state courts and federal court
Familiarity with the full lifecycle of litigation, from initial filing through discovery, motion practice, and case resolution
Ability to manage deadlines accurately and maintain detailed attorney calendars across multiple active cases
Hands-on experience preparing discovery requests, reviewing case materials, and helping assemble litigation documents
Strong communication and coordination skills for scheduling depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and other case-related events

Job Responsibility

Draft and prepare case-opening documents, pleadings, and related filings for submission in District, Superior, and federal courts
Arrange for service of process and monitor completion to ensure defendants are properly served within required timelines
Maintain litigation calendars by tracking hearings, filing deadlines, discovery dates, arbitrations, mediations, depositions, and trial settings
Support discovery by preparing interrogatories, requests for admission, and requests for production, and by organizing responses to opposing parties
Coordinate case events with attorneys, clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and third-party providers to keep matters progressing on schedule
Prepare additional litigation materials such as witness-related documents, motion packages, proposed orders, and prehearing submissions
Keep client files current, organized, and complete so that all pleadings, correspondence, and case records are readily accessible
Assist attorneys with matters involving mandatory arbitration and other procedural steps required in personal injury litigation

What we offer

fully paid healthcare premiums
4 weeks PTO
WA sick leave policy
paid court holidays
free parking
bonuses

Fulltime

Plaintiff Personal Injury Paralegal

Established and growing Long Island law firm is seeking a highly motivated and d...

Location

United States , Melville

Salary:

70000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 5+ years of plaintiff personal injury litigation experience
Specific experience handling cases against Long Island Municipalities (Towns, Counties, Villages) is required
Strong knowledge of NYS municipal tort law, CPLR requirements, and e-filing (NYSCEF)
Ability to manage complex, high-volume caseloads independently

Job Responsibility

Handle all aspects of plaintiff personal injury cases, focusing heavily on municipal liability, from inception to trial
Independently draft and file Notices of Claim, Summons and Complaints, Bills of Particulars, and Discovery responses
Manage municipal deadlines (90-day Notice of Claim, Statute of Limitations)
Order, analyze, and summarize medical records and billing, including Medicare/Medicaid lien negotiations
Coordinate with Municipal Defendants and their counsel regarding depositions and discovery compliance
Prepare files for court proceedings, depositions, and trial

What we offer

AMAZING BENEFITS
bonus opportunities

Fulltime

Casualty Lawyer

My client is a leading international law firm and they are looking to bring in a...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

45000.00 - 50000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in defendant EL/PL litigation
Ability to manage your own caseload effectively while supporting others
Experience with higher-value claims (over £100k) is a plus
Strong communication and organisational skills
Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or a paralegal with 6+ years’ experience

Job Responsibility

Handle a caseload of EL/PL claims, ranging from fast-track to multi-track matters
Supervise junior team members, mainly junior fee earners with 0–2 years’ experience
Ensure smooth case progression, providing technical guidance and mentoring
Collaborate with the Team Manager, who will support with HR issues (e.g. performance, disciplinaries)
Provide input into the development of the team and processes as it continues to grow

What we offer

Hybrid working with 3 days in-office per week
25 days AL with the option to purchase a week
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
Private medical and dental insurance and many others
Opportunity to progress into team leadership roles
Supportive and collaborative team environment in a growing department

Fulltime

Litigation Paralegal

A well-established plaintiff-side personal injury law firm is seeking a Temporar...

Location

United States , Paramount

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Prior experience as a litigation paralegal in a plaintiff-side personal injury practice strongly preferred
Hands-on experience with court filings, discovery, service, and case management
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Willingness to mentor or train junior staff as needed
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work onsite in San Rafael periodically (preferred and a major plus)

Job Responsibility

Support active personal injury litigation matters from intake through resolution
Prepare and file documents in state court, including pleadings, discovery responses, and motions
Assist with discovery coordination, including drafting responses, organizing records, and tracking deadlines
Handle service of defendants, filings, and follow-up
Assist with minor’s compromises, settlement documentation, and related filings
Manage calendaring, deadlines, and case organization
Support pre-litigation workflows as needed, including intake and file preparation
Train or support existing staff on litigation processes and best practices as appropriate

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Litigation Paralegal

A well-established plaintiff-side personal injury law firm is seeking a Temporar...

Location

United States , San Rafael

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Prior experience as a litigation paralegal in a plaintiff-side personal injury practice strongly preferred
Hands-on experience with court filings, discovery, service, and case management
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Willingness to mentor or train junior staff as needed
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work onsite in San Rafael periodically (preferred and a major plus)

Job Responsibility

Support active personal injury litigation matters from intake through resolution
Prepare and file documents in state court, including pleadings, discovery responses, and motions
Assist with discovery coordination, including drafting responses, organizing records, and tracking deadlines
Handle service of defendants, filings, and follow-up
Assist with minor’s compromises, settlement documentation, and related filings
Manage calendaring, deadlines, and case organization
Support pre-litigation workflows as needed, including intake and file preparation
Train or support existing staff on litigation processes and best practices as appropriate

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Paralegal - Casualty Injury

Join Our Dynamic Casualty Injury Team! Due to ongoing client wins and impressive...

Location

United Kingdom , Glasgow

Salary:

Not provided

DAC Beachcroft

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Paralegal with 1 or more years’ experience in a similar role, ideally with EL/PL experience
However, we are happy to consider candidates with alternative backgrounds such as disease, pre-litigated Defendant work, clinical negligence, profin etc
Good organisation skills, able to work to deadlines, prioritise own workload, meet conflicting demands and has a strong work ethic
Able to produce work to a high standard, with excellent attention to detail and concern for quality of service
Eager to collaborate and build lasting relationships with colleagues

Job Responsibility

Effectively running the file to ensure deadlines are met and cases managed proactively to conclusion
Ensure work is carried out effectively to meet the needs of the clients, the commercial requirements of the firm and the quality standards
Adherence to internal and client SLAs, KPIs and protocols
Achievement of agreed financial targets
Prompt billing and collection of WIP and disbursements
Prompt and accurate provision of MI
Devising a clear case strategy which is adhered to, ensuring cases are run smoothly and balance the commercial interests of both the Firm and the client
Applying appropriate and current technical expertise and case law
Effectively managing risk and compliance issues within each case, ensuring any emerging problems are escalated promptly to their Supervisor in the first instance
Engaging with clients where appropriate to maximise opportunities to meet and build rapport with clients, at all times acting as an ambassador of the firm

What we offer

High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance
Well-rounded remuneration package which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits
Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding
In person and remote social events
Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities
Dedication to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace

Fulltime

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