About this role
Growing civil defense litigation firm is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Paralegal to support attorneys in cases involving medical records, injuries, and complex healthcare issues. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys digging into records, organizing detailed information, and helping attorneys understand the medical facts of a case. A nursing background is a plus but is not required.
Responsibilities
- Obtain, organize, and review medical records, billing records, diagnostic reports, and other healthcare documentation.
- Prepare detailed medical chronologies and concise summaries of diagnoses, treatment, medical history, and claimed injuries.
- Identify missing records, inconsistencies, prior conditions, and issues requiring additional attorney or expert review.
- Assist attorneys in evaluating medical evidence relevant to liability, causation, and damages.
- Coordinate with healthcare providers, medical experts, and other witnesses to obtain records and supporting information.
- Assist with discovery requests and responses, document production, and preparation for depositions, hearings, mediation, and trial.
- Prepare medical exhibits, deposition materials, and trial notebooks.
- Track records requests, expert deadlines, and other case-related deadlines.
- Maintain accurate, organized case files and handle sensitive medical information confidentially.
Qualifications
- Prior paralegal experience in civil litigation, preferably with a defense firm.
- Experience reviewing medical records and preparing medical summaries or chronologies.
- Strong understanding of medical terminology and the ability to interpret complex healthcare documentation.
- Excellent research, writing, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple cases, prioritize assignments, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management or document management software.
Preferred Qualifications
- Nursing background or other relevant clinical experience.
- Experience in medical malpractice, personal injury defense, healthcare litigation, or insurance defense.
- Paralegal certificate or related degree.
Compensation and Benefits:
- $25.00 - $30.00 per hour with OT available
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
- Life/AD&D/Disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid Time Off
- Employer-paid parking
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