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Personal Injury Paralegal

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 3,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.

Summary

This role will work closely with a lead attorney and legal assistant. This position comes with competitive pay and a generous bonus plan. Successful candidates will be responsible for areas including but not limited to the following.

Responsibilities

Prepare legal documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits, complaints, and legal memoranda
E-file all court documents in state and federal court
Communicate with clients, courts, counsel, and others
Conduct legal research and factual investigation
Prepare discovery documents, interrogatories, and responses
Draft and serve summons
Coordinate and summarize depositions
Prepare trial binders and exhibits with legal assistant
Draft pleadings, motions, and appellate documents to file with the court
Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
Aid Attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests
Gather relevant information from a variety of sources
Liaise between trial teams and internal and external third parties
Help with witness preparation
Help with case settlements

Qualification

Associate’s Degree, certificate, or equivalent work experience
Completion of a nationally accredited paralegal program (preferred)
Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, First Party, Medical Malpractice or other injury related practice areas (preferred)
At least 2 years of working experience as a litigation paralegal or in legal services under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm setting
Ability to multitask, organize, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a positive attitude and minimal supervision
Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as attention to detail

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Benefits

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

E-Verify

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form.

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What You Should Know About Personal Injury Paralegal, Morgan & Morgan, P.A.

At Morgan & Morgan, we believe that the work we do truly matters, standing up for the rights of millions across America. As a Personal Injury Paralegal based in Augusta, Georgia, you will become an integral part of our mission, 'For the People'. In this pivotal role, you'll work closely with our lead attorney and legal assistant, tackling a range of responsibilities that are essential to our firm’s success. Imagine preparing legal documents, filing pleadings, and conducting valuable legal research that plays a significant role in helping our clients receive the justice they deserve. Your tasks will include drafting legal memoranda, organizing discovery materials, and maintaining indices of pleadings and evidence, all while engaging with clients and various legal stakeholders. This position offers competitive pay coupled with a generous bonus plan, rewarding your commitment and efforts. If you have at least two years of paralegal experience, perhaps working in personal injury or workers' compensation, and possess exceptional communication and organizational skills, we want to hear from you. At Morgan & Morgan, we support our employees with a fantastic benefits package, including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and generous paid time off. Together, let’s make a difference for our clients and foster an inspiring workplace culture that echoes our core values.

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What does a Personal Injury Paralegal do at Morgan & Morgan?

As a Personal Injury Paralegal at Morgan & Morgan, your role will involve preparing legal documents, conducting research, and assisting attorneys with case management. You'll support the lead attorney by organizing exhibits, maintaining discovery indexes, and facilitating communication with clients and courts, among other essential duties.