Medical Malpractice Paralegal

Farah & Farah Personal Injury Lawyers; Jacksonville (FL); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 76 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

401(k) with matching contributions

Comprehensive health, dental, and vis

Life insurance and short-term disab

Paid time off and an employee assistan

Health savings account

Referral program

Résumé du poste

Farah & Farah Personal Injury Lawyers seeks an experienced Medical Malpractice Paralegal to support attorneys in all phases of medical malpractice litigation. The role requires a strong understanding of personal injury law, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple cases concurrently.

You will draft and file pleadings, conduct legal research, gather medical records and witness statements, coordinate with clients and experts, and maintain case management systems to

Qualifications

• Proven paralegal experience in medical malpractice cases.
• Strong research and drafting skills for legal documents and pleadings.
• Familiarity with personal injury litigation procedures and regulations.
• Excellent organization and ability to handle multiple deadlines.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in case documents and data.
• Proficient with case management software and MS Office.
• Clear written and verbal communication with clients and attorneys.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced team environment.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement in sensitive matters.
• Capable of multitasking under tight deadlines; self-motivated.
• Professional presentation and compliance with dress code.
• Paralegal degree or certification preferred.

Responsabilités

• Assist attorneys with all phases of medical malpractice litigation, including pre-trial, trial, and post-trial work.
• Conduct legal research and gather evidence such as medical records and witness statements.
• Draft and file complaints, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements.
• File and manage court documents and meet procedural deadlines.
• Coordinate with clients, medical professionals, and expert witnesses.
• Review and summarize medical records and case documents.
• Assist in discovery responses and manage discovery process.
• Prepare case files and exhibits for depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Maintain case management system with deadlines and correspondence.
• Communicate case status updates to clients and schedule appointments.
• Support trial prep with exhibits and trial notebooks.

Connaissances

Paralegal experience in Medical Malpr

Legal research and writing

Organization

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Typing skills

Confidentiality

Working under pressure

Independence and teamwork

Formation

Paralegal associates degree

Relevant certification

Outils

Microsoft Office Suite

Case management software

Legal research tools

Description du poste

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Medical Malpractice Paralegal to join our legal team. In this role, you will support attorneys by performing a wide range of tasks related to medical malpractice litigation. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of personal injury law, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously. You will play a critical role in ensuring that our clients receive effective representation throughout the litigation process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with all phases of medical malpractice litigation, including pre-trial preparation, trial, and post-trial activities.
• Conduct legal research and gather evidence to support case strategies, including medical records, accident reports, and witness statements.
• Draft and prepare legal documents such as complaints, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements.
• File and manage legal documents in court and ensure compliance with all procedural deadlines and requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, medical professionals, and expert witnesses to obtain necessary information and documentation.
• Review and summarize medical records, accident reports, and other case-related documents.
• Assist in the preparation of discovery responses and manage the discovery process, including organizing and reviewing evidence.
• Prepare case files and exhibits for depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Maintain and update case management systems with case details, deadlines, and correspondence.
• Communicate with clients to provide updates on case status, schedule appointments, and address any questions or concerns.
• Support attorneys in trial preparation, including organizing trial exhibits and preparing trial notebooks.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a paralegal, specifically supporting Medical Malpractice cases.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing, with experience drafting legal documents and pleadings.
• Knowledge of personal injury litigation procedures and familiarity with relevant laws and regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling case-related documents and information.
• Proficiency in using case management software, legal research tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, attorneys, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong sense of confidentiality and ability to exercise sound judgement
• Ability to work under pressure/deadlines and to perform multiple tasks simultaneously; self-motivated
• Outstanding time-management and typing skills
• Professional presentation in attire, demeanor, appearance, and compliance to company dress code
• Paralegal associates degree or other relevant certification preferred

Benefits We Offer:

• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and short-term disability coverage
• Paid time off and an employee assistance program
• Health savings account
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Full-time, 8-hour shifts
• Monday to Friday
• Onsite in a professional office setting

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Farah & Farah provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

E-Verify:

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form.