Paralegal

Hastings Law Firm; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Hastings Law Firm is seeking a paralegal with 2–5 years in personal injury or medical malpractice to grow into medical malpractice work. You will be embedded in complex, high-stakes cases from intake through trial while developing expertise in causation and strategy.

This role emphasizes strong technology proficiency, critical thinking, and exceptional organization. You will draft filings, manage deadlines, and collaborate with attorneys, experts, and clients using modern case management and AI

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in personal injury or medical malpractice litigation.
• Strong technology skills — you are comfortable learning new software quickly and are not intimidated by technology
• Critical thinking ability — you can read a medical record and start asking the right questions, not just summarize what you see
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, especially when managing large document sets
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases and competing deadlines without dropping the ball
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Preferred: Experience with case management platforms (Filevine, Clio, or similar)
• Familiarity with medical terminology and medical record review
• Paralegal certificate or college degree (helpful but not required if you have strong experience)
• Comfort with AI tools, data analysis, or legal technology

Responsibilities

• Work directly with attorneys on all phases of medical malpractice litigation, from intake through trial
• Review, organize, and analyze large-volume medical records, identifying key entries and building case timelines
• Draft and file pleadings, discovery responses, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Coordinate with medical experts, including scheduling, record delivery, and follow-up
• Manage case deadlines, court dates, and filings with precision
• Use the firm’s case management and AI-powered technology tools to streamline case workflow
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
• Conduct targeted legal and medical research as needed
• Support trial preparation, including exhibit organization, witness coordination, and trial binders

Skills

Paralegal experience

Technology savvy

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Case management

Attention to detail

Education

Paralegal certificate or college degree

Tools

Filevine

Clio

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

About Hastings Law Firm

Hastings Law Firm is a plaintiff’s medical malpractice firm with a national presence, but headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas. We represent patients and families who have suffered catastrophic injuries, brain injuries, birth injuries, and wrongful death due to medical negligence.Our firm invests heavily in technology and innovation. We use modern case management systems to keep our team organized and efficient. If you are someone who gets excited about using technology to work smarter, you will thrive here.

The Role

We are looking for a paralegal with 2 to 5 years of experience in personal injury or medical malpractice litigation who wants to grow into a long‑term career in medical malpractice work. This is not a paper‑pushing position. You will be embedded in complex, high‑stakes cases from intake through trial while learning to think critically about medicine, causation, and strategy. The right candidate will have a strong foundation and the drive to develop into someone we rely on.

What You Will Do

Work directly with attorneys on all phases of medical malpractice litigation, from initial case evaluation through trial preparationReview, organize, and analyze large‑volume medical records, identifying key entries and building case timelinesDraft and file pleadings, discovery responses, correspondence, and other legal documentsCoordinate with medical experts, including scheduling, record delivery, and follow‑upManage case deadlines, court dates, and filings with precisionUse the firm’s case management and AI‑powered technology tools to streamline case workflowCommunicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counselConduct targeted legal and medical research as neededSupport trial preparation, including exhibit organization, witness coordination, and trial binders

What We Are Looking For

Required:2 to 5 years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in personal injury or medical malpractice litigationStrong technology skills — you are comfortable learning new software quickly and are not intimidated by technologyCritical thinking ability — you can read a medical record and start asking the right questions, not just summarize what you seeExcellent organizational skills and attention to detail, especially when managing large document setsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage multiple cases and competing deadlines without dropping the ballProficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)Preferred:Experience with case management platforms (Filevine, Clio, or similar)Familiarity with medical terminology and medical record reviewParalegal certificate or college degree (helpful but not required if you have strong experience)Comfort with AI tools, data analysis, or legal technology

Who Thrives Here

You are curious. When you see a medical record, you want to understand what happened and why it matters — not just file it away. You take ownership of your work and hold yourself to a high standard. You are the kind of person who figures things out, asks smart questions, and does not wait to be told what to do next. You see technology as a tool that makes you better at your job, not as an obstacle. And you want to be part of a small, focused team where your contributions actually matter.

What We Offer

A firm that invests in your professional development and wants you to grow with us long‑termDirect exposure to complex, meaningful cases — not assembly‑line personal injury workAccess to cutting‑edge legal technology and AI tools built specifically for our practiceMentorship from experienced attorneys, including a board‑certified personal injury trial lawyer with 24 years of experienceCompetitive salary and benefits including health insurance, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time offA supportive, team‑oriented work environment where your work is valued

Company Description

Hastings Law Firm is a plaintiff’s medical malpractice firm with a national presence, headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas. We represent patients and families who have suffered catastrophic injuries, brain injuries, birth injuries, and wrongful death due to medical negligence. We are highly selective about the cases we take because we believe in committing serious resources to every case we handle.Our firm invests heavily in technology and innovation. We use modern case management systems and proprietary AI‑powered tools to process and analyze medical records, giving our attorneys a significant edge in understanding complex medical cases. If you want to practice at a firm that treats technology as a competitive advantage, not an afterthought, this is the right place.

Hastings Law Firm is a plaintiff’s medical malpractice firm with a national presence, headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas. We represent patients and families who have suffered catastrophic injuries, brain injuries, birth injuries, and wrongful death due to medical negligence. We are highly selective about the cases we take because we believe in committing serious resources to every case we handle.Our firm invests heavily in technology and innovation. We use modern case management systems and proprietary AI‑powered tools to process and analyze medical records, giving our attorneys a significant edge in understanding complex medical cases. If you want to practice at a firm that treats technology as a competitive advantage, not an afterthought, this is the right place.

Hastings Law Firm is a plaintiff’s medical malpractice firm with a national presence, headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas. We represent patients and families who have suffered catastrophic injuries, brain injuries, birth injuries, and wrongful death due to medical negligence. We are highly selective about the cases we take because we believe in committing serious resources to every case we handle.Our firm invests heavily in technology and innovation. We use modern case management systems and proprietary AI‑powered tools to process and analyze medical records, giving our attorneys a significant edge in understanding complex medical cases. If you want to practice at a firm that treats technology as a competitive advantage, not an afterthought, this is the right place.