Litigation Paralegal

Co-Founder & CEO at Richmond Vona, LLC | Host of Angles with John Richmond podcast | 2x Inc. 5000 + Best Workplaces in America

We are looking for our next Litigation Paralegal.

Richmond Vona, LLC is a personal injury law firm located in Buffalo, NY, that’s changing the game for both client and employee experience. We’re setting a new standard in how personal injury law is practiced and delivered.

Our mission is to provide a superior level of service to our clients through personal connection and continuous communication, while also creating a high potential, rewarding workplace for our dedicated team.

We’ve been recognized as one of Inc. 5000’s Best Workplaces in America and named one of Fastest-Growing Private Companies—ranking as the 4th fastest-growing law firm in the country. Locally, we’ve also been honored as a Buffalo Business First Best Places to Work. These awards reflect our commitment to building something different for both our clients and our people.

This is a rare opportunity to be part of a different kind of law firm that values communication, precision, and people, and offers tremendous opportunity for professional growth and fulfillment.

We are seeking a caring, experienced, and proactive Litigation Paralegal to join our growing legal team. This role is ideal for someone who is motivated by helping injured clients navigate the litigation process and guiding cases toward successful resolution.

We have a strong team in place and are committed to alignment with our core values of Winning, Always Ready, Professionalism, Precision, High Level Communication, Accountability, and Service. We are equally committed to providing the tools, support, and structure our team members need to succeed and grow.

Candidates should possess the following:

• Associate degree or higher from an accredited college, university, or other institution of higher learning.
• Three (3) or more years of experience as a Paralegal in plaintiff’s personal injury or personal injury defense.
• Experience handling motor vehicle accident and premises liability matters.
• Strong organizational and technological skills, with the ability to learn new systems.
• Clear, professional communication skills and the ability to work effectively with clients and team members.
• Compassionate, self-directed, team oriented, and able to maintain composure under pressure.

• Regular communication with clients, providing updates and managing expectations throughout the case lifecycle.
• Independent preparation and e-file legal documents, including complaints, discovery demands and responses, motions, and subpoenas, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court rules.
• Coordination of litigation and trial preparation, including scheduling client meetings, depositions, court reporters, experts, and investigators as needed.
• Review and analysis of medical records and preparation of comprehensive demand packages.
• Assistance with client lien resolution, including identifying lien amounts, working with lien holders, and coordinating with outside lien resolution partners.

• Compensation: Hourly rate of $26.00–$34.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications, with room for growth and regular performance reviews. Bonuses tied to firm profitability.
• Generous benefits: Includes 100% coverage of a single plan for medical and dental insurance, life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term supplemental disability. We also offer vision insurance, accident insurance, a 401(k) with firm contribution, weekly and monthly team awards and recognition, summer hours, free onsite parking, and abundant paid time off. Our benefits package is regularly re-evaluated and continues to grow as part of our mission to provide an exceptional experience for both clients and team members.
• Work hours: Generally Monday through Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm, with built-in flexibility and summer hours. After six months of successful performance, team members may be eligible for one remote workday per week, subject to role needs and manager approval.
• Location: Beautiful newly renovated office space located downtown…