Medical Malpractice Paralegal — Hybrid, Trial-Ready & Growth

Orion Placement; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading litigation boutique based in Virginia seeks a Paralegal with a minimum of 2 years complex litigation experience, preferably in medical malpractice. The role involves supporting attorneys throughout the trial process, managing timelines, and preparing legal documents. This position offers a hybrid work model that promotes collaboration and provides strong growth opportunities. Ideal candidates will have excellent organizational skills and a professional approach to communication.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years of complex litigation paralegal experience.
• Preferred: 1+ year supporting medical malpractice litigation matters.
• Comfortable using document management and case management platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support medical malpractice defense attorneys from case inception through trial.
• Manage case timelines, workflows, and litigation project tracking.
• Draft and format pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
• Coordinate discovery organization and collaborate on record collection.
• Review and summarize deposition transcripts and key case materials.
• Issue subpoenas and assist with tracking incoming records.
• Coordinate and schedule depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Prepare trial exhibits, demonstratives, binders, and courtroom materials.
• Serve as trial paralegal as needed.

Skills

Complex litigation paralegal experience

Medical malpractice litigation

Strong organization

Attention to detail

Confident communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

A leading litigation boutique based in Virginia seeks a Paralegal with a minimum of 2 years complex litigation experience, preferably in medical malpractice. The role involves supporting attorneys throughout the trial process, managing timelines, and preparing legal documents. This position offers a hybrid work model that promotes collaboration and provides strong growth opportunities. Ideal candidates will have excellent organizational skills and a professional approach to communication.