Personal Injury Paralegal/Administrative Professional

Company Description

For over 60 years, Cellino Law has been a trusted legal firm in New York, founded by Ross Cellino, Sr. in 1958 and currently led by Ross Cellino, Jr. The firm focuses on personal injury cases, helping accident victims secure compensation for serious injuries, including brain injuries, broken bones, and more. Cellino Law has a history of obtaining significant recoveries for clients, supervising over $2 billion in settlements. The firm’s dedicated attorneys are available 24/7 to provide free consultations to injury victims.

Role Description

Cellino Law is seeking an experienced, highly motivated and detail-oriented New Jersey Personal Injury Paralegal with plaintiff litigation experience to join our growing team. In this role, you will provide essential support in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including document preparation, case management, and administrative duties. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic legal team.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain physical and electronic files
• Process Automobile claims – including filing No-Fault applications, processing lost wages claims, submitting disability notes
• Perform general administrative tasks, such as answering phones, managing correspondence
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and other relevant parties
• Assist attorneys with case preparation
• Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and preparing witness materials
• Prepare and file legal documents with courts and other agencies such as NYSCEF and PACER
• Schedule and maintain appointments, meetings, and court appearances
• Other duties as assigned by attorneys

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in New Jersey plaintiff personal injury field required

•  Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills
•  Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
•  Ability to work independently and as part of a team
•  Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
•  Ability to prioritize and multitask
•  Customer service minded
•  Deadline and detail-oriented

Benefits:

• Medical & Life Insurance
• Dental and Vision insurance available
• Short- and Long-Term disability available
• 401 (k) with employer contribution
• Paid holidays, PTO, and vacation time