Litigation Paralegal

Position Details : Onsite

This firm practices medical malpractice defense, with heavy litigation. Handle all aspects of medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases. This involves initial case setup, discovery, record summarization, pleadings, motions for summary judgment, and preparation for trial.

Performs a broad range of secretarial, administrative, and trial support duties for one or more attorneys. Organizes and maintains all files, calendars / scheduling, and other correspondence relating to litigation and administrative matters under the direct supervision of attorneys.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following :

Perform legal and factual research; perform records research

Identify relevant judicial decisions, statutes, legal articles, codes, and other pertinent material; review and monitor new and updated regulations

Organize and analyze information; cross-check and validate information

Prepare written reports and draft legal documents including briefs, appeals, contracts, and legal agreements and correspondence

Help prepare legal arguments, applications, declarations, and motions

Check legal forms and documents for accuracy

Maintain reference files; organize and track case files

Maintain law library

Coordinate law office activities such as subpoena deliveries

Locate and communicate with witnesses; interact with clients

Assist the lawyer in the courtroom

Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Bachelor's degree, associate's degree, or certificate program in paralegal studies

Minimum of three years legal experience, ideally in malpractice defense

Equivalent combination of education and / or experience considered

Thorough knowledge of legal principles, legal research techniques, legal terminology, and government regulations

Excellent legal drafting, writing, and verbal communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills, analytical, and critical thinking skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Ability to operate basic office equipment such as a copy machine, fax machine, printer, scanner, and computer

Ability to work with databases and on-line technological platforms

Ability to be detail-oriented, diligent, and flexible

Ability to handle conflicting time demands and focus on task completion with little direction or need for supervisory follow-up

Proficient command of the English language in both oral and written format

Ability to work and maintain patience with diversified individuals of various backgrounds and professional competencies

Ability to maintain confidentiality in a professional manner