Litigation Paralegal - Medical Malpractice / Catastrophic Personal InjuryLocation: Philadelphia, PA |
100% In-OfficeSalary: $75,000-$95,000 + Bonus
Position OverviewAn established law firm is seeking an experienced
Litigation Paralegal to support a partner handling sophisticated medical malpractice and catastrophic personal injury cases in Philadelphia. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and has the experience and organizational skills necessary to support complex, high-stakes matters from inception through trial.
Candidates must have 10+ years of paralegal experience working in medical malpractice and/or catastrophic personal injury litigation to be considered.Key Responsibilities- Provide high-level litigation support directly to a partner handling sophisticated medical malpractice and catastrophic personal injury matters.
- Manage and organize complex case files, litigation calendars, deadlines, and discovery materials.
- Gather, review, organize, and summarize extensive medical records and related documentation.
- Prepare medical chronologies and case summaries to assist attorneys in evaluating claims and developing litigation strategy.
- Coordinate discovery, including document collection, review, production, and tracking outstanding requests and responses.
- Conduct medical and litigation-related research to support case preparation and strategy.
- Assist with drafting and organizing pleadings, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, motions, and other litigation documents.
- Coordinate with clients, medical providers, expert witnesses, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
- Support deposition preparation, expert disclosures, trial preparation, and the organization of exhibits and supporting documentation.
- Proactively monitor case progress and ensure deadlines and deliverables are met.
Required Qualifications- 10+ years of litigation paralegal experience in medical malpractice and/or catastrophic personal injury.
- Demonstrated experience supporting complex, sophisticated plaintiff-side litigation matters.
- Strong experience gathering, reviewing, and summarizing extensive medical records.
- Proficiency in discovery management, medical chronology preparation, and litigation research.
- Excellent organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple complex matters, anticipate attorney needs, and work independently in a deadline-driven environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic document management systems.
Work Arrangement- 100% in-office in Philadelphia, PA.
- Full-time position supporting a litigation partner.
Compensation- $75,000-$95,000 annually, plus bonus, depending on experience.
How to ApplyInterested and qualified candidates should send their resume to for immediate consideration.
