Why Attorneys Choose Me
FREELANCE PARALEGAL ADVANTAGE:
1. No Payroll Taxes or Benefits Costs
With a W-2 employee, firms are responsible for payroll taxes, Social Security, Medicare, unemployment insurance, and sometimes health benefits or retirement contributions. A freelance/1099 paralegal is an independent contractor — you only pay for services rendered, with no additional tax or benefits burden.
2. Flexible, On-Demand Support
Workloads in personal injury cases can spike when new cases come in, discovery deadlines approach, or trial prep ramps up. Hiring a freelance paralegal allows you to scale up only when you need help, instead of carrying the cost of a full-time salary during slower periods.
3. Lower Overhead
A W-2 paralegal typically requires office space, computer equipment, software licenses, and other firm resources. A freelance paralegal already has the tools and resources to work independently, saving firms time, money, and administrative effort. Services are billed by project or hourly, with no hidden costs like paid time off, sick leave, or employer contributions. This makes budgeting more predictable and cost-effective.
4. Specialized Experience Without Training Costs
Many firms hire entry-level W-2 paralegals who require months of training before they’re fully effective. As a seasoned freelance paralegal focused on personal injury, I bring immediate, specialized experience — from organizing medical records and calculating damages to preparing settlement demands — with no ramp-up period.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What services do you provide as a freelance paralegal?
I assist attorneys across South Carolina with personal injury, negligence, and wrongful death cases. My support includes case file preparation, legal research, drafting pleadings/demands, medical record organization and summaries, calculating medical damages, identifying valid liens, discovery responses, settlement demand packages, and trial preparation.
Do you only work with Charleston attorneys?
While I’m based in Charleston, SC, I provide freelance paralegal services to attorneys throughout South Carolina. Many tasks can be handled remotely, and I’m available for in-person assistance in the Low country when needed.
Do you handle confidential information like medical and legal records securely?
Absolutely. I understand the sensitive nature of personal injury cases. I follow strict confidentiality protocols and comply with HIPAA requirements when handling medical records, damages, and liens, ensuring your clients’ privacy is fully protected.
How can you help with medical records?
Medical records are often the backbone of a personal injury case. I obtain, review, and organize records into detailed, easy-to-follow summaries and chronologies. I also calculate medical damages and verify any valid liens, giving attorneys a clear picture of total recoverable damages. This makes case evaluation, negotiation, and trial preparation much more efficient.
Why should I hire a freelance paralegal instead of a full-time one?
Hiring me as a freelance paralegal gives attorneys flexible, on-demand support without the overhead of a full-time employee. You only pay for the work you need, when you need it—whether it’s a single project or ongoing case assistance.
What areas of law do you focus on?
My focus is personal injury law, including car accidents, trucking accidents, premises liability, medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases, etc. This specialized experience allows me to efficiently handle the unique demands of injury litigation.