Paralegal
Core
Provide comprehensive support to a Common Law Personal Injury team across all stages of legal proceedings, from file management to court preparation and client liaison.
Role type
Paralegal (Common Law Personal Injury)
Builds
Legal documentation, evidence packages, and case files for personal injury claims
Domain
Legal services / Personal Injury Law
Required skills
Legal document drafting, evidence collation, court procedure knowledge, client communication, file management, deadline prioritization, legal practice management systems
Preferred skills
LEAP system proficiency, knowledge of NSW Motor Accident Injuries Act and Workers Compensation Acts
Technologies
LEAP, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Manage common law files from commencement to resolution; Draft correspondence, Court documents (SOC, Defences, PFS, ARDs), and client statements; Collate and review medical evidence, liability material, expert reports, and financial documents; Prepare briefs for hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences; Liaise with clients to provide updates and obtain instructions; Collaborate with lawyers on conference and hearing preparation; Manage medical chronologies, disbursement requests, and settlement calculations