Job Title: Medical Malpractice Paralegal
Job Responsibilities:
The Medical Malpractice Paralegal at the law firm is tasked with a variety of responsibilities that are essential to the effective handling of medical malpractice and nursing home injury claims. These duties include:
- Evaluating claims related to nursing home injuries and medical malpractice.
- Conducting thorough client interviews to gather relevant information.
- Maintaining frequent and open communication with clients to provide updates and gather necessary documentation.
- Acquiring and organizing medical records to support case development.
- Compiling demand packages to present claims effectively.
- Drafting legal documents such as summons and complaints, bills of particulars, discovery documents, and managing expert witness exchanges.
- Managing the calendar to ensure all deadlines and appointments are met.
- Engaging in client development through intake calls and follow-ups with existing clients.
- Mastering the case management system to ensure efficient case handling.
- Performing meticulous follow-ups for potential and existing clients regarding records, discovery, and other case documents.
Education and Experience Information:
Candidates for the Medical Malpractice Paralegal position should meet the following qualifications:
- Experience in handling medical malpractice or nursing home neglect matters from the initial intake phase to trial preparation. This experience should ideally include both legal and paralegal qualifications.
- Proficiency in electronic filing of documents and familiarity with legal technology such as consultations and Docu-Sign.
- Exceptional communication and organizational skills to manage caseloads and interact with clients and legal professionals effectively.
- Previous management experience is highly desirable, indicating an ability to lead and drive the firm to higher levels of success.
- Adept in negotiation techniques to facilitate favorable outcomes for clients.
- Technological savviness is crucial, as the role involves using various software tools and systems.
Salary Information:
The compensation for the Medical Malpractice Paralegal position is $35 per hour. This is a full-time position with the expectation of on-site work in Uniondale, NY.
Additional Information:
The law firm emphasizes a work culture that prioritizes employees, enabling them to serve clients effectively. The core values upheld by the firm include honesty, teamwork, respect, accountability, pride, understanding, communication, and excellence. Fluency in Spanish is considered a plus, and familiarity with File Vine software is preferred, although not mandatory. The environment is fast-paced, requiring individuals who can thrive under pressure and contribute positively to a high-performing team.
