Litigation Paralegal: Medical Malpractice & Trial Prep

morganmorganjobsapplynow; Palm Harbor (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a detail-oriented legal assistant to support a lead attorney on litigation matters. You will draft, e-file, and manage state and federal documents, and coordinate with courts and clients.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of legal experience, strong written and verbal skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. This is an on-site, full-time role with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a legal setting - litigation, personal injury, or medical malpractice experience a plus
• Familiarity with medical terminology and medical records review a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage a demanding workload with a positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and work within the procedural and filing requirements of applicable state courts
• Associate's degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent work experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Draft, prepare, and e-file legal documents including pleadings, motions, complaints, affidavits, memoranda, summons, and appellate documents in state and federal court
• Conduct legal research and factual investigation, including applicable state-specific medical malpractice statutes, pre-suit notice requirements, and statutes of limitation; track all key case deadlines
• Request, organize, and summarize medical records; prepare medical chronologies and identify potential standard-of-care issues for attorney review
• Prepare and respond to discovery documents, including interrogatories; maintain pleadings, discovery, and exhibit indexes
• Coordinate depositions, summarize transcripts, and assist with witness preparation
• Support medical expert coordination and communication
• Prepare trial binders, exhibits, and appendices with the legal assistant
• Liaise between trial teams and internal and external third parties, including clients, courts, opposing counsel, medical providers, and records vendors
• Assist with case settlements and other duties as assigned

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Attention to detail

Multitasking and workload management

Education

Associate's degree / paralegal cert / equivalent

Job description

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a detail-oriented legal assistant to support a lead attorney on litigation matters. You will draft, e-file, and manage state and federal documents, and coordinate with courts and clients.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of legal experience, strong written and verbal skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. This is an on-site, full-time role with a comprehensive benefits package.