Paralegal- Mass Tort

morganmorganjobsapplynow; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan in Tampa, Florida is seeking a Paralegal to lead client case management from retention through resolution. The role involves preparing claims, gathering documentation, and maintaining case data throughout the litigation process.

Qualifications include an Associate's or Bachelor's degree, strong organizational skills, and significant attention to detail. Full-time employees enjoy excellent benefits, including medical and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to build trust and engage clients with clarity, empathy, and professionalism.
• Comfort learning new technologies and automating workflows.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Work up client cases from retention through resolution.
• Review client questionnaires and supporting documentation.
• Communicate with clients to gather necessary information.
• Review medical records and evidence to confirm eligibility criteria.
• Prepare case materials including case summaries and complaints.
• Coordinate filing activities, preparing complaints and serving summons.
• Maintain accurate case information within the firm's case management system.

Skills

Organizational skills

Client engagement

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Technology adoption

Education

Associates degree in paralegal studies or a bachelor's degree

Job description

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.

The Complex Litigation practice represents tens of thousands a year against the largest companies in the U.S. In recent years, we have successfully defended clients’ rights to data privacy against Capital One and Google, helped thousands of veterans earn justice against 3M, and achieved $1B+ settlements for clients harmed in disasters such as the East Palestine Train Derailment and the Maui Wildfires.

Summary

We are seeking a Paralegal to lead the work up of client cases from retention through resolution. As a Paralegal you are responsible for ensuring that every client’s claim is prepared thoroughly, filed properly, and positioned to achieve the highest potential recovery. You will play a critical role in preparing claims, gathering documentation, maintaining case data, and ensuring that matters move efficiently through the litigation process.

Responsibilities

• Work up client cases from retention through resolution, ensuring all documentation, filings, and data are accurate and complete
• Review client questionnaires and supporting documentation to determine statute of limitations, validate injuries and exposure, and identify cases requiring additional investigation or documentation
• Communicate with clients to gather necessary information, respond to inquiries, and ensure required documentation is collected in a timely manner
• Review medical records and other evidence to confirm eligibility criteria, injury validation, and proof of use or exposure
• Prepare case materials including case summaries, complaints, plaintiff fact sheets, supporting documentation, and other court-required submissions for attorney review
• Coordinate filing activities, including preparing complaints, serving summons, managing proof of service, and addressing deficiency requests
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case information, documentation, and statuses within Litify, the firm’s case management system

Job Qualifications

• Associates degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor’s degree is preferred
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to build trust and engage clients with clarity, empathy, and professionalism
• Comfort learning and adopting new technologies, with an interest in integrating technology and automation into case workflows
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume litigation environment
• This role is on-site, which gives you the chance to be fully immersed in the work and gain direct experience alongside the team. We’ve found that being in the office helps new team members get up to speed quickly and feel more connected.

Bonus Points

• 2+ years of experience as a paralegal or legal case manager
• Prior experience with SalesforceExperience reviewing medical records and claimant documentation

Benefits

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Morgan & Morgan 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.

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