Personal Injury Paralegal
Job Description Job Description Personal Injury Paralegal Case Management & Settlement Focus Tired of being a cog in someone else’s caseload? This is a role with real autonomy — you’ll own pre-litigation cases from post-intake through settlement, build the demand packages, and negotiate directly with adjusters to drive cases to resolution. If you’re an experienced plaintiff-side paralegal who wants ownership and impact, read on. Location: Pikesville, MD (on-site) Position Type: Full-Time Experience: 3 years plaintiff-side personal injury (required) Pay Range: $50,000–$60,000 base annually, plus bonus opportunity About Us Moorehead Legal is a dynamic and respected personal injury law firm dedicated to fighting for the rights of injured individuals. We pride ourselves on aggressive advocacy, meticulous case preparation, and achieving optimal results for our clients. We foster a collaborative, fast-paced environment where initiative and expertise are valued. The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced, highly organized, and proactive Personal Injury Paralegal to play a pivotal role in managing our pre-litigation caseload from post-intake through settlement. This position is primarily focused on developing compelling demand packages, negotiating settlements directly with insurance adjusters, and ensuring efficient case progression. You will work closely with our attorneys, under their supervision, while having significant autonomy in driving cases toward resolution. Key Responsibilities Case Management (Post-Intake to Settlement) • Oversee a portfolio of pre-litigation personal injury cases (auto accidents, slips/falls, etc.). • Conduct thorough client intake assessments and maintain consistent, empathetic communication. • Proactively manage the case lifecycle, ensuring all deadlines (statutes of limitations, provider liens) are met. • Order, review, organize, and summarize medical records, bills, and related documentation. • Track and document all case activities, correspondence, and developments meticulously in the case management system. • Calculate and verify medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages. Demand Package Drafting & Settlement Negotiation • Draft comprehensive, persuasive settlement demand packages, including detailed cover letters, liability analysis, summaries of injuries and treatment, itemized special damages, and supporting documentation. • Conduct thorough liability and damages analysis to support demand valuation. • Initiate and conduct direct negotiations with insurance adjusters to secure optimal pre-litigation settlements, under attorney supervision. • Clearly communicate settlement offers, negotiation progress, and recommendations to attorneys. • Prepare settlement documentation (settlement statements, releases, disbursement sheets) and coordinate final disbursements and lien resolutions. Client & Provider Liaison • Serve as a primary point of contact for clients regarding case status, treatment updates, and the settlement process. • Communicate effectively with medical providers, employers, witnesses, and insurance representatives. Required Qualifications • Minimum 3 years of paralegal experience in plaintiff-side personal injury law. • Proven experience drafting persuasive demand packages and directly negotiating settlements with insurance adjusters. • In-depth understanding of personal injury claims processes, damages (medical, wage loss, pain & suffering), and insurance practices. • Strong ability to review, analyze, and summarize complex medical records and billing, and to calculate and verify economic damages. • Proficiency in legal case management software (e.g., Filevine, Needles, Clio, SmartAdvocate) and Microsoft Office Suite. • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and empathetic phone manner. • Superior organization, time management, and the ability to independently prioritize and manage a caseload in a fast-paced environment. • High degree of discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information. Preferred Qualifications • Paralegal Certificate (ABA-approved program). • Experience with lien resolution (Medicare, Medicaid, ERISA, private health). • Familiarity with litigation procedures (though this role is primarily pre-litigation). • Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus, given our client base. What We Offer • Competitive base salary ($50,000–$60,000) plus bonus opportunity. • Access to a 401(k) retirement plan. • Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays. • Opportunity for professional growth and development. • A supportive, collaborative team environment doing meaningful work that helps injured individuals recover. How to Apply To apply, submit your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected] with “Personal Injury Paralegal” in the subject line. If you meet most — but not necessarily all — of the qualifications above and are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. Equal Employment Opportunity Moorehead Legal is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This role requires the ability to perform the essential functions described above, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request an accommodation during the application process, please contact [email protected].
