Personal Injury Paralegal

Job Description

Prospect Blue is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Personal Injury Paralegal with 3–5 years of hands-on experience to support an attorney in Virginia Beach, VA in all phases of personal injury litigation. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable managing a full caseload from intake through settlement or trial.

• Manage personal injury cases from initial intake through resolution, including pre-litigation and litigation matters
• Draft, review, and file legal documents such as pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions, subpoenas, and correspondence
• Conduct client intake interviews and maintain regular client communication regarding case status
• Request, organize, and summarize medical records, medical bills, wage loss documentation, and other damages-related materials
• Prepare demand packages, settlement summaries, and lien resolution documentation
• Assist with discovery, including drafting interrogatories, requests for production, and reviewing responses
• Coordinate with medical providers, experts, court personnel, insurance adjusters, and opposing counsel
• Maintain case files and calendars; track deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and procedures
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including exhibits, witness lists, and trial binders
• Utilize case management and document management software efficiently

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience as a paralegal in a personal injury practice (plaintiff or defense)
• Paralegal certificate or associate’s/bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies preferred
• Strong knowledge of personal injury law, civil procedure, and litigation processes
• Experience with medical records review and damages analysis
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail

• Experience with settlement negotiations and demand preparation
• Trial preparation experience
• Familiarity with e-filing systems and court procedures
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a legal team