Paralegal - Medical Malpractice & Personal Injury Litigation

Orionplacement; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

A distinguished law firm in West Palm Beach is seeking an experienced litigation paralegal with a focus on medical malpractice and personal injury cases. The role involves managing litigation matters, drafting essential legal documents, and supporting trial preparations. Ideal candidates will have over 4 years of paralegal experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This full-time position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for professional growth, backed by a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of paralegal experience in a law firm or legal environment.
• 2+ years of medical malpractice and personal injury litigation experience.
• Strong understanding of court rules and litigation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage medical malpractice and personal injury litigation matters.
• Draft and assist with pleadings and discovery documents.
• Prepare and organize case files and materials.

Skills

Medical malpractice experience

Personal injury litigation experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Document management systems

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree from an ABA-approved paralegal program

Tools

iManage

Coyote

Job description

Pay:$80,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected litigation team handling meaningful, high-impact medical malpractice and personal injury matters
• Take ownership of substantive casework from intake through trial or settlement
• Work closely with accomplished attorneys on complex, fast-moving litigation
• Play a central role in discovery, case strategy support, trial preparation, and courtroom readiness
• Build your career in a polished, team-oriented environment where your experience and judgment will be highly valued

Location

This is an on-site opportunity in West Palm Beach, Florida, ideal for a seasoned litigation paralegal who wants to work closely with attorneys and be fully immersed in a strong trial-focused team.

Note

Must have 4+ years of paralegal experience in a law firm or legal environment, and must have strong medical malpractice and personal injury litigation experience.

About Us

We are a well-established South Florida law firm with a strong reputation for sophisticated legal work, excellent client service, and a collaborative professional culture. Our litigation team handles impactful matters with a high standard of care, preparation, and professionalism. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage medical malpractice and personal injury litigation matters from inception through trial or settlement
• Draft and assist with pleadings, motions, affidavits, interrogatories, discovery responses, and other litigation documents
• Prepare, organize, store, and retrieve case files, including medical records, deposition materials, pleadings, exhibits, and related litigation documents
• Assist attorneys with discovery, case development, factual investigation, and trial preparation
• Review, organize, and summarize medical records and case-related documentation
• Coordinate with clients, witnesses, experts, providers, and other parties involved in active litigation matters
• Prepare summaries of witness statements, client communications, and case materials
• Assist with evidentiary hearings, trial preparation, and courtroom presentation support
• Use courtroom technology and trial presentation tools to support hearings and trials
• Support management of electronically stored information, document review, and production processes
• Coordinate with internal teams and outside vendors to support efficient litigation workflows
• Track billable time and maintain accurate matter-related records
• Consistently produce polished work product with strong attention to detail and minimal attorney revision

Qualifications

• 4+ years of paralegal experience in a law firm or legal environment
• 2+ years of medical malpractice and personal injury litigation experience
• Strong understanding of court rules, litigation procedures, pleadings, and discovery processes
• Experience with trial preparation, evidentiary hearing support, and case management
• Ability to review, organize, and work with medical records and case-supporting documentation
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and PDF programs
• Experience with document management systems and electronic document review platforms
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and follow-through skills
• Ability to manage multiple active matters in a fast-paced litigation environment
• Experience with iManage and Coyote is a plus
• Bachelors degree from an ABA-approved paralegal program, or a four-year degree plus paralegal certificate, preferred

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will join a respected litigation team that values professionalism, collaboration, and excellent work product. This is a strong opportunity for an experienced med mal / PI paralegal who wants substantive responsibility, sophisticated litigation work, and a long-term home in a polished and supportive environment.

JPC-749

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance