Medical Malpractice Paralegal

Robert Half • Philadelphia, PA • 2h ago

Description We are looking for an experienced Medical Malpractice Paralegal to join a litigation team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This role supports attorneys handling sophisticated medical malpractice and liability defense matters from initial filing through trial and resolution. The ideal candidate brings strong case management abilities, excellent document analysis skills, and the ability to keep multiple deadlines and deliverables moving in a fast-paced law firm environment.

Responsibilities:

Oversee litigation files through each phase of the matter, ensuring documents, deadlines, and case activity are accurately maintained from opening to final disposition.

Partner with attorneys to prepare pleadings, discovery materials, motion packages, and other filings needed to advance medical malpractice defense cases.

Create, organize, and track written discovery, including assembling responses and supporting documentation for production.

Examine medical records, deposition testimony, expert information, and related case materials to prepare concise summaries and issue-focused analyses.

Communicate with clients, healthcare providers, retained experts, and outside parties to gather information and coordinate case-related activities.

Assemble exhibits, witness materials, binders, and other supporting documents for depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial proceedings.

Maintain litigation calendars and monitor procedural deadlines so attorneys remain informed of upcoming requirements and court dates.

Perform legal and factual research to support strategy development, motion practice, and case evaluation.

Prepare medical chronologies, damages summaries, and other case reports that help attorneys assess facts and present defensible positions.

Assist with document management, electronic discovery tasks, and broader litigation support projects across active matters. Requirements - At least 3 years of paralegal experience in litigation, with preference for background in medical malpractice, liability matters requiring close attention to detail, or other complex defense matters.

Working knowledge of civil litigation processes, court filings, and discovery obligations throughout the life of a case.

Demonstrated ability to review large volumes of medical documentation and translate key information into clear summaries.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, clients, experts, and third parties.

Excellent organizational skills and close attention to detail while balancing multiple assignments and time-sensitive deadlines.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience using litigation support, case management, or e-discovery platforms.

Paralegal certification or related academic training is preferred.

Prior experience supporting attorneys within a large law firm setting is an advantage.

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