Bilingual Paralegal

The Carter Mario Law Firm has been helping personal injury victims throughout Connecticut for over 30 years. We are strong and growing!Our professional legal team provides compassionate, client-focused legal help to those who are hurt through no fault of their own.Our efforts to go above and beyond have resulted in countless successful results. We are seeking an experienced bilingual (Spanish) personal injury paralegal to join our team.Responsibilities:Maintain and update files through all prelitigation phasesFrequent interaction with clients in person and by phoneTimely communication, follow up, and follow through with clients, attorneys, and medical providersPrecise confirmation and documentation of case activityObtain medical documentation, final reports, monitor liens, confirm balancesPrepare demand packages for attorney reviewPrepare settlement statements for attorney reviewPrepare file status reviewsComplete file opening and closing tasksPrepare and send correspondenceTimely processing of daily case scans/mailAssist with phone coverage as neededPerform investigative tasks at the direction of the Attorney and/or SupervisorQualifications:Proficient in handling all stages of personal injury cases as noted aboveFluent in SpanishMinimum 3 years of consecutive personal injury paralegal experience is requiredExperience with medical record review and documentationAS degree in legal studies or paralegal certification preferredSkilled in interacting with clients in person and by phoneProfessional written and verbal communication skills (grammar, spelling, tone)Genuine service demeanorEfficient time management skills to prioritize and meet deadlinesDetail oriented and proactiveTeam player who can also work independentlyAbility to navigate various software programs, Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and Adobe. Legal software experience a plus.We foster a team culture in which our staff members are encouraged and supported. Talent is recognized and rewarded in an environment with continuous learning and challenging work.We recognize talent and reward results. Our benefit options include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident and critical illness coverage, short-term and long-term disability, a 401(k) plan with generous employer matching, paid time off (PTO) bank, paid holidays, an employee assistance program, and employee appreciation events. We provide opportunities for continued growth through on-site training, tuition assistance, and a book club.