Job Description
Insight Global is hiring a Litigation Paralegal to support a personal injury and disability firm in Chattanooga, TN. This individual will work closely with up to three attorneys who are frequently in and out of trial and need a paralegal to step in, take ownership, and keep cases moving without constant direction. The ideal candidate is well-versed in personal injury litigation, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is comfortable managing cases from pleadings through trial preparation.
This is a full-time, in-office position (Monday-Friday) in Chattanooga, TN.
Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities
- Support attorneys in all phases of personal injury litigation, including discovery, mediation, and trial preparation
- Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and legal correspondence
- Manage and maintain personal injury litigation files, ensuring accuracy, organization, and compliance within case management systems
- Communicate directly with clients to gather information, provide case updates, and explain next steps with professionalism and empathy
- Request, review, organize, and summarize medical records, medical bills, wage documentation, and damages‑related materials
- Coordinate depositions, independent medical examinations (IMEs), mediations, and court hearings
- Prepare trial and mediation materials, including exhibits, witness lists, trial binders, and summaries
- File legal documents in state and federal courts, ensuring strict adherence to deadlines and procedural rules
- Conduct legal research using tools such as LexisNexis to support case strategy
- Maintain accurate data entry and up‑to‑date case information across internal systems
- Work within a gradually evolving, technology‑forward environment
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Required Skills & Experience
- Personal injury litigation or civil litigation experience is required
- 2+ years of experience working in a personal injury law firm or litigation-focused practice
- Strong legal writing and drafting skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Proven ability to manage multiple litigation cases simultaneously in a deadline‑driven environment
- Experience reviewing and summarizing medical records and damages documentation
- Proficiency with case management, document management, and e‑filing systems
- Ability to work independently, pick up an established litigation “playbook,” and keep cases progressing while attorneys are in trial
- Strong organizational, time‑management, and prioritization skills
- Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical standards
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
- Experience supporting multiple trial attorneys
- Familiarity with AI‑assisted or technology‑enabled legal tools
- Experience providing executive or administrative support in a litigation setting
- Strong client‑facing communication skills
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.