Medical Malpractice Paralegal

Jobot; Berwyn (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

401K Match

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

FSA

Job summary

Jobot in Berwyn, PA seeks a skilled Paralegal with medical malpractice experience to support trial teams, draft pleadings, and manage evidence.

You will conduct extensive legal research, prepare for depositions, coordinate discovery, and ensure filings comply with state and federal rules. Ideal candidates hold an ABA-approved Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience, strong writing skills, and proficiency in LexisNexis/Westlaw and MS Office.

Qualifications

• A Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program or equivalent legal experience.
• Proficient in legal research and writing with medical terminology knowledge.
• Strong understanding of the litigation process, including filing and drafting documents.
• Familiarity with liability laws and regulations.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with ability to manage multiple cases.

Responsibilities

• Conduct extensive legal research and analysis on medical malpractice cases.
• Assist attorneys in preparing for trials, depositions, and mediations.
• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, and subpoenas.
• File legal documents with courts and ensure proper service.
• Investigate case facts, interview witnesses, and gather medical records.
• Prepare arguments, applications, declarations, and motions.
• Maintain communication with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Organize case files and ensure information is accessible and up-to-date.
• Monitor compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Coordinate discovery, draft discovery requests/responses, and organize materials.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate

Equivalent legal experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

LexisNexis

Westlaw

Job description

Job details

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ethan Goldman

Salary: $60,000 - $80,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client is an extremely well know and respected boutique to mid-size law firm located on the Main Line.

Why join us

• 401K
• 401K Match
• PTO
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• FSA

Job Details

Responsibilities

1. Conducting extensive legal research and analysis on various medical malpractice cases.
2. Assisting attorneys in preparing for trials, depositions, and mediations.
3. Drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, and subpoenas.
4. Filing legal documents with the appropriate courts and ensuring proper service.
5. Investigating and fact-finding for cases, including interviewing witnesses and gathering medical records.
6. Assisting in the preparation of legal arguments, applications, declarations, and motions.
7. Maintaining communication with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
8. Managing and organizing case files and documents, ensuring all important information is easily accessible and up-to-date.
9. Monitoring and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
10. Coordinating the discovery process, including drafting discovery requests and responses, organizing discovery materials, and coordinating depositions.

Qualifications

1. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a paralegal, specifically in medical malpractice.
2. A Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program or equivalent legal experience.
3. Proficient in legal research and writing, with a strong understanding of medical terminology and procedures.
4. Excellent understanding of the litigation process, including filing and drafting legal documents.
5. Familiarity with liability laws and regulations.
6. Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
7. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research platforms such as LexisNexis or Westlaw.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.