Personal Injury Legal Assistant

We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Legal Assistant to join our Personal Injury Department. This role supports both litigation and pre-litigation teams, providing essential administrative and case management assistance. The ideal candidate will be organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced legal environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and process outgoing mail (FedEx, Certified, etc.)


• Manage incoming mail, client documents and files


• Process invoice payments and requests


• Data entry

• File original documents and maintain organized filing systems


• Conduct background research: criminal checks, social media checks, driving records, PeopleMap, and Secretary of State searches


• Perform courthouse runs


• Track follow-up items such as Sheriff service


• Monitor court calendars and assist with preparing minor settlement hearing packets


• Provide occasional translation support

• Provide miscellaneous notary services


• Create and maintain special project folders for incoming litigation cases

Qualifications:

• Prior law firm or legal assistant experience preferred (personal injury a plus).


• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.


• Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced setting.


• Proficiency with case management software and e-filing systems (training provided).


• Notary Public (or ability to obtain).


• Candidate doesn’t have to be bilingual (but a plus)


• Candidate must be able to work in-office (Raleigh or Durham) 5 days a week.