Personal Injury Paralegal

Overview

Personal Injury Paralegal Jobs in Sterling Heights, USA at Chaffin-Luhana-LLP-2

Chaffin Luhana LLP is looking for a Personal Injury Paralegal to support clients and attorneys throughout the full lifecycle of a personal injury case, including case development, medical records and lien coordination, demand preparation, negotiation support, and litigation assistance.

Key Responsibilities Client Communication & Case Support

• Maintain proactive communication with clients, providing updates and gathering information as the case progresses.
• Prepare clients for statements, depositions, medical appointments, and other key events.
• Assist clients in understanding treatment expectations, documentation needs, and next steps.

Medical Records, Bills & Treatment Management

• Request, track, and organize medical records and bills from healthcare providers.
• Summarize or review medical information to support case development and demand preparation.
• Monitor client treatment status and ensure the legal team is informed of important changes or upcoming appointments.
• Coordinate with providers, facilities, and billing departments to ensure accuracy and completeness of records.

Liens, Insurance & Case Documentation

• Identify, track, and manage liens, insurance coverage, medical payments, and related financial aspects of the case.
• Communicate with lien holders, insurers, and third‑party vendors to obtain documentation and resolve outstanding issues.
• Ensure all case documents and communications are organized, updated, and stored appropriately.

Demand Preparation & Negotiation Support

• Assist in assembling information for settlement packages, including medical summaries, wage information, and supporting evidence.
• Prepare and organize materials for attorney review prior to negotiation.
• Communicate with insurance adjusters or defense representatives as directed by the attorney.

Litigation Support

• Draft routine legal documents such as discovery responses, correspondence, and case outlines.
• Assist attorneys with deposition preparation, exhibit organization, hearing preparation, and trial‑related tasks.
• Coordinate scheduling for depositions, mediations, IMEs, and other litigation events.
• Support document production, file organization, and compliance with deadlines throughout the litigation process.

Case Management & Organization

• Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date case information within the firm’s case management system.
• Track deadlines, statutes of limitations, and court or agency requirements.
• Ensure all tasks are completed in accordance with firm procedures and expected timelines.

Qualifications Required

• 1–2+ years of Personal Injury Paralegal experience (auto, premises, workers’ comp, etc.)
• Strong understanding of personal injury processes from intake through settlement or litigation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and organization
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong problem‑solving skills and critical thinking
• Proficiency with technology and case management systems
• Professionalism, empathy, and ability to work with clients in distressing situations
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Exemplifies Chaffin Luhana LLP’s Core Values of Doing Good by Doing Right ™:
  Results Driven, Excellence Without Paralysis, Compassionate and Authentic, In It Together, and Innovative Growth.

Preferred

• Litigation experience (state court, federal court, discovery, depositions, trial prep)
• Experience summarizing medical records
• Familiarity with lien resolution processes
• Experience with Salesforce/Litify or similar software
• Paralegal certificate or degree from an ABA‑accredited program
• Medical Knowledge:
  Understanding of medical records and terminology, with the ability to summarize and interpret medical documents with minimal supervision.

Benefits

Financial Benefits

• 401k Contributions:
  The firm offers a discretionary match up to 5%. This includes a 100% match on the first 3% of contributions and a 50% match on the next 2%, based on annual compensation.
• Charitable Donations:
  The Cha­fin Luhana Foundation makes an annual donation to a charity of each team member’s choice.

Healthcare Benefits

• Medical Insurance: $600 toward monthly health premiums for team members…

Title: Personal Injury Paralegal

Company: Chaffin-Luhana-LLP-2

Location: Sterling Heights, USA

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