Description
At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we're their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods.
This role will work closely with a lead attorney on medical malpractice litigation. Successful candidates will be responsible for areas including but not limited to the following.
Responsibilities
- Draft, prepare, and e-file legal documents including pleadings, motions, complaints, affidavits, memoranda, summons, and appellate documents in state and federal court
- Conduct legal research and factual investigation, including applicable state-specific medical malpractice statutes, pre-suit notice requirements, and statutes of limitation; track all key case deadlines
- Request, organize, and summarize medical records; prepare medical chronologies and identify potential standard-of-care issues for attorney review
- Prepare and respond to discovery documents, including interrogatories; maintain pleadings, discovery, and exhibit indexes
- Coordinate depositions, summarize transcripts, and assist with witness preparation
- Support medical expert coordination and communication
- Prepare trial binders, exhibits, and appendices with the legal assistant
- Liaise between trial teams and internal and external third parties, including clients, courts, opposing counsel, medical providers, and records vendors
- Assist with case settlements and other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- At least 1 year of experience in a legal setting , litigation, personal injury, or medical malpractice experience a plus
- Familiarity with medical terminology and medical records review a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage a demanding workload with a positive attitude
- Willingness to learn and work within the procedural and filing requirements of applicable state courts
- Associate's degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent work experience preferred but not required
Benefits
Morgan & Morgan offers an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.