Hybrid Medical Malpractice Paralegal

Orion Placement; Richmond (VA); Hybride; USD 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading litigation boutique based in Virginia seeks a Paralegal with a minimum of 2 years complex litigation experience, preferably in medical malpractice. The role involves supporting attorneys throughout the trial process, managing timelines, and preparing legal documents. This position offers a hybrid work model that promotes collaboration and provides strong growth opportunities. Ideal candidates will have excellent organizational skills and a professional approach to communication.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years of complex litigation paralegal experience.
• Preferred: 1+ year supporting medical malpractice litigation matters.
• Comfortable using document management and case management platforms.

Responsabilités

• Support medical malpractice defense attorneys from case inception through trial.
• Manage case timelines, workflows, and litigation project tracking.
• Draft and format pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
• Coordinate discovery organization and collaborate on record collection.
• Review and summarize deposition transcripts and key case materials.
• Issue subpoenas and assist with tracking incoming records.
• Coordinate and schedule depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Prepare trial exhibits, demonstratives, binders, and courtroom materials.
• Serve as trial paralegal as needed.

Connaissances

Complex litigation paralegal experience

Medical malpractice litigation

Strong organization

Attention to detail

Confident communication skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Description du poste

Benefits

• Work side-by-side with seasoned trial lawyers from case inception through trial
• Hybrid flexibility while staying closely connected to a collaborative team
• Hands-on responsibility and real ownership of deadlines, strategy support, and trial prep
• Long-term stability with loyal clients, strong reputation, and low turnover

Location

Hybrid in Richmond, Virginia (mix of in-office collaboration and work-from-home flexibility)

Note

Must have 2+ years of complex litigation paralegal experience. Medical malpractice litigation experience is preferred.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established litigation boutique with a national defense practice and deep roots in Virginia. Known for complex product liability, toxic tort, transportation, healthcare, and commercial litigation, they pair sophisticated work with a people-first, team-driven culture.

Job Description

• Support medical malpractice defense attorneys from case inception through trial
• Manage case timelines, workflows, and litigation project tracking to keep matters on schedule
• Draft and format pleadings, motions, and discovery responses
• Coordinate discovery organization and collaborate on record collection (including medical records)
• Review and summarize deposition transcripts and key case materials
• Issue subpoenas and assist with tracking incoming records and production
• Coordinate and schedule depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials
• Assist with identifying, retaining, and coordinating expert witnesses
• Prepare trial exhibits, demonstratives, binders, and courtroom materials
• Serve as trial paralegal as needed (trials, ADR, depositions)

Qualifications

• 2+ years of complex litigation paralegal experience
• Preferred: 1+ year supporting medical malpractice litigation matters
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and follow-through
• Confident communication skills and a professional, service-oriented approach
• Comfortable using document management and case management platforms

Why You Will Love Working Here

You’ll be trusted with meaningful work, treated like a key part of the litigation team, and supported by attorneys who value professionalism, collaboration, and doing things the right way. This is a place where strong paralegals can build a long-term home and keep growing.