Medical Malpractice Defense Paralegal

Abrams Fensterman LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Abrams Fensterman LLP seeks an experienced Medical Malpractice Defense Paralegal to support our litigation team in the Lake Success office. The role focuses on complex medical malpractice defense matters, collaboration with healthcare professionals, and managing deadlines across multiple matters.

The ideal candidate has NY litigation support experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and a paralegal certificate.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate required.
• Prior paralegal experience in litigation; medical malpractice defense experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting attorneys in New York State litigation and familiarity with court procedures and deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology; experience reviewing and summarizing medical records.
• Experience preparing medical chronologies, case summaries, discovery materials, and deposition exhibits.
• Familiarity with NYSCEF and New York State court rules and procedures.
• Experience coordinating with medical experts and outside professionals a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple active matters and deadlines.
• Strong drafting, proofreading, and case management skills in a legal environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal document management software.
• Experience with litigation calendaring, electronic discovery, and timekeeping software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive litigation support for medical malpractice defense matters from inception to resolution.
• Draft, format, and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, and other documents.
• Organize and summarize medical records and related documentation.
• Prepare medical chronologies, case summaries, and analyses for defense strategies.
• Coordinate with medical experts and scheduling of consultations and disclosures.
• Assist with discovery materials and deposition preparation.
• Organize depositions, exhibits, and witness files.
• Coordinate with courts for deposits, examinations, and proceedings.
• Maintain litigation calendars and deadlines; prepare trial exhibits and materials.
• Support billing, time entry, and other administrative tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Discretion/confidentiality

Education

Paralegal certificate

Legal education background preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

NYSCEF

Legal document management software

Billing/timekeeping software

Job description

Our legal team is committed to providing each client with quality counsel, innovative solutions, and personalized service. Founded in 2000, our firm offers the legal expertise of more than 120 attorneys who bring decades of experience and practical problem‑solving skills to a wide range of legal matters.

We are a prominent mid-size law firm seeking an experienced Medical Malpractice Defense Paralegal to join our growing litigation practice in our Lake Success office. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail‑oriented professional to support attorneys handling complex medical malpractice defense matters, including the representation of healthcare professionals, hospitals, medical practices, and other healthcare providers.

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting medical malpractice defense litigation, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, proactive, and detail‑oriented, with the ability to manage competing priorities while providing comprehensive litigation support to attorneys and department staff.

The position requires strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with attorneys, clients, medical professionals, and outside experts. Experience handling medical malpractice defense matters in New York is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive litigation support to partners and associates handling medical malpractice defense matters from inception through resolution.
• Assist with the preparation, drafting, formatting, and filing of pleadings, motions, discovery demands and responses, subpoenas, and other litigation documents.
• Obtain, organize, review, and summarize medical records, hospital records, diagnostic reports, and other relevant documentation.
• Prepare medical chronologies, treatment timelines, case summaries, and detailed analyses of medical records to assist attorneys with case evaluation and defense strategy.
• Coordinate with medical experts, including obtaining and organizing records for expert review, scheduling consultations, and assisting with expert disclosures.
• Assist attorneys with all phases of discovery, including document production, responses to discovery demands, and the preparation of discovery‑related materials.
• Prepare and organize materials for depositions, including medical records, exhibits, witness files, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate depositions, independent medical examinations, court conferences, mediations, and other litigation‑related proceedings.
• Monitor and maintain litigation calendars, including court appearances, discovery deadlines, motion schedules, and other critical dates.
• Assist with trial preparation, including organizing trial exhibits, witness materials, medical records, demonstrative evidence, and trial binders.
• Conduct factual investigations and research to support case development and litigation strategy.
• Communicate professionally with clients, healthcare providers, expert witnesses, court personnel, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in litigation.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and up‑to‑date electronic and physical case files, ensuring proper document management and confidentiality.
• Assist with electronic filing through the New York State Courts Electronic Filing (NYSCEF) system and other applicable court filing platforms.
• Support attorneys with billing, time entry, pre‑bill review, and other administrative responsibilities as needed.
• Assist with special projects and perform additional assignments as directed by attorneys and department management.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate required.
• Prior paralegal experience in litigation required; medical malpractice defense experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting attorneys in New York State litigation, including familiarity with court procedures, filing requirements, and litigation deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology and experience reviewing, organizing, and summarizing medical records.
• Experience preparing medical chronologies, case summaries, discovery materials, and deposition exhibits preferred.
• Familiarity with NYSCEF and New York State court rules and procedures.
• Experience coordinating with medical experts, healthcare providers, and outside professionals is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple active litigation matters and competing deadlines.
• Strong drafting, proofreading, document organization, and case management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and legal document management software.
• Experience with litigation calendaring, electronic discovery, and attorney billing or timekeeping software preferred.
• Paralegal certificate or relevant educational background preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical abilities and the capacity to review and synthesize complex medical and legal documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize assignments, meet deadlines, and manage a high‑volume litigation workload.
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills when interacting with attorneys, clients, medical professionals, and colleagues.
• Proactive, resourceful, and solution‑oriented approach to case management and litigation support.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive medical and legal information.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Adaptability and willingness to assist with evolving litigation needs and departmental priorities.

Salary: $60,000–$85,000 (commensurate with experience)

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Life Insurance