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Medical Malpractice Paralegal
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Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Medical Malpractice Paralegal to support a plaintiff-side litigation practice focused on catastrophic injury and liability matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This contract position offers the opportunity to work closely with a small team of attorneys in an onsite environment while handling substantive casework throughout the life of each matter. The ideal candidate will bring strong organization, sound judgment, and the ability to manage complex files from initial client intake through trial preparation.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee medical malpractice case files from opening through resolution, ensuring deadlines, documentation, and case activity remain on track.
- Coordinate the collection, review, and organization of medical records and other case materials needed to support litigation strategy.
- Prepare, draft, and manage discovery responses and related case documents in a timely and accurate manner.
- Arrange depositions, expert meetings, and other litigation events by working closely with attorneys, clients, and outside parties.
- Support trial preparation by assembling exhibits, organizing evidence, and maintaining complete case files for attorney review.
- Assist with lien resolution efforts by communicating with relevant parties and helping negotiate outstanding balances tied to settlements.
- Maintain accurate updates in case management systems and monitor each matter for upcoming tasks, milestones, and litigation needs.
- Prior paralegal experience supporting medical malpractice, personal injury, liability matters requiring close attention to detail, or other civil litigation matters.
- Demonstrated ability to manage a case from intake through trial preparation with minimal supervision.
- Experience handling discovery, coordinating litigation activity, and maintaining organized case documentation.
- Strong knowledge of reviewing and summarizing medical records in support of plaintiff-side injury matters.
- Familiarity with deposition scheduling, document tracking, and litigation support workflows.
- Proficiency with case management software and standard legal office technology.
- Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills in a fast-paced office setting.