Litigation Paralegal (Medical Negligence and Nursing Home Abuse/Neglect)

The Inkell Firm, LLC; Wilmington (DE); Híbrido; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Inkell Firm, LLC in Wilmington, Delaware is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys handling medical negligence, nursing home abuse and severe car crash matters. This full-time hybrid role combines in-office collaboration with work-from-home flexibility, and focuses on ensuring meticulous pleadings, discovery, and document management.

You will organize medical records, contribute to deposition and trial preparation, manage deadlines, and liaise with clients, experts,

Formación

• 5+ years as a litigation paralegal.
• Strong skills in drafting and formatting pleadings and motions.
• Experience with document review and case file organization in litigation or personal injury.
• Proficiency in legal research using standard tools and databases.
• Familiarity with state and federal court filing rules.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a hybrid environment.
• Comfort handling sensitive medical records involving abuse, neglect, and catastrophic injury.
• Proficiency with common law firm software and PDF tools.
• Paralegal certificate or degree, or equivalent experience.
• Prior experience in medical malpractice or nursing home litigation preferred but not required.

Responsabilidades

• Draft and format pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other litigation documents.
• Organize medical records and case files for efficient review.
• Conduct legal research related to liability, damages, and procedural issues.
• Review documents and manage evidence, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Coordinate communications with clients, experts, and opposing counsel.
• Help prepare materials for depositions, mediations, and trial.
• Maintain deadlines and case calendars; ensure proper court filings.

Conocimientos

Litigation support

Legal research

Document drafting

Case management

Microsoft Office

PDF tools

Communication skills

Educación

Paralegal certificate or degree

Herramientas

Case management software

PDF tools

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Company Description

The Inkell Firm, LLC is a plaintiff-focused law firm dedicated to representing individuals harmed by medical negligence, nursing home abuse and neglect, and catastrophic motor vehicle collisions. The firm advocates for vulnerable clients and their families, seeking accountability and fair compensation for serious injuries and wrongful conduct. Team members work closely with clients who have experienced trauma, helping them navigate complex legal and healthcare systems. The practice emphasizes compassionate advocacy, thorough case preparation, and strong litigation skills to achieve meaningful results. Joining the firm offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of clients facing significant physical, emotional, and financial challenges.

Role Description

The Litigation Paralegal will support attorneys handling medical negligence and nursing home abuse/neglect cases, as well as serious car crash matters. This full-time hybrid role is based in Wilmington, DE, with a combination of in-office work and some work-from-home flexibility. Day-to-day responsibilities include drafting and formatting pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other litigation documents; organizing medical records and case files; and performing legal research related to liability, damages, and procedural issues. The paralegal will assist with document review and evidence management, coordinate communications with clients, experts, and opposing counsel, and help prepare materials for depositions, mediations, and trial. The role involves managing deadlines, maintaining case calendars, and ensuring accurate, timely filings in state and federal courts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a litigation paralegal
• Strong skills in legal document preparation, including drafting and formatting pleadings and motions.
• Experience with document review and case file organization, particularly in litigation or personal injury matters.
• Proficiency in legal research using standard tools and databases, with the ability to summarize findings clearly.
• Familiarity with litigation procedures, court rules, and filing requirements in state and/or federal courts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines, prioritize tasks, and work both independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment.
• Comfort working with sensitive subject matter, including medical records and issues involving abuse, neglect, and catastrophic injury.
• Proficiency with common law firm software (e.g., case management systems, Microsoft Office, PDF tools).
• Paralegal certificate or degree, or equivalent relevant experience in litigation support.
• Prior experience in medical malpractice, nursing home litigation, or personal injury is preferred but not required.