Medical Malpractice Legal Assistant

We are seeking an experienced, highly organized, and self-motivated Medical Malpractice Legal Assistant to support a young, ambitious plaintiff's medical malpractice attorney with a growing and active caseload.

This is not an entry-level position. We are looking for someone who understands medical malpractice litigation from intake through trial and can independently manage cases, anticipate needs, and keep a busy practice organized and moving forward without constant supervision.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, take pride in staying two steps ahead, and have the confidence and resilience to handle demanding litigation matters, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Manage medical malpractice cases from pre-suit through resolution.
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files.
• Draft and prepare correspondence, pleadings, discovery, and other litigation-related documents.
• Track deadlines, court dates, discovery due dates, and case milestones.
• Coordinate with clients, experts, medical providers, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Obtain, review, organize, and summarize medical records and billing records.
• Assist with expert disclosures, depositions, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Conduct follow-up and case management activities to ensure files are progressing efficiently.
• Maintain attorney calendars and proactively identify upcoming deadlines and case needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience handling plaintiff medical malpractice cases.
• Thorough understanding of medical malpractice litigation procedures and deadlines.
• Ability to independently manage files from start to finish with minimal direction.
• Strong organizational and case management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.
• Experience reviewing and organizing complex medical records.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software.

Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person