Paralegal - Medical Malpractice

RESPONSIBILITIES

Litigation & Case Management

• Organize and maintain case files, including medical records and other litigation documents.

• Follow up on subpoenas and communicate with providers to obtain necessary records to support the litigation team.

• Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorney review.

• Prepare, serve, and track subpoenas while monitoring compliance and coordinating document production.

• Assist attorneys with case preparation, document review, and case organization.
  
  

Discovery & Litigation Support

• Assist with all phases of discovery, including drafting requests and responses, organizing productions, and managing document review.

• Maintain and monitor litigation calendars, including court dates, discovery deadlines, and internal milestones.

• Support motion practice and trial preparation by organizing exhibits, witness materials, and trial binders.

• Prepare presentations and case-related materials, including PowerPoint presentations for litigation support.
  
  

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communicate with clients, courts, vendors, and outside counsel regarding case status and procedural matters.

• Organize and manage electronic document management systems and case databases.

• Assist attorneys with deposition summaries and case documentation as needed.

• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the litigation team and firm operations.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.

• Minimum of two (2) years of litigation experience, preferably in medical malpractice.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and PDF software.

• Familiarity with document management systems such as iManage is a plus.

• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Professional, dependable, and collaborative work style.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, with a combination of in-office and remote work.

• Regular use of a computer, including extended periods of typing and reviewing documents.

• Ability to manage multiple case materials and electronic records simultaneously.

• Work within a collaborative litigation team environment supporting complex legal matters.