Medical Malpractice Paralegal
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Job Location:
White Plains, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 50000 - 70000
Posted on:
8 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978 we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journals survey of the nations largest law firms. Were also Mansfield Certified Plus.
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork Collaboration Client Service and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role and will be valued and empowered then we invite you to apply to our Medical MalpracticeParalegalposition in ourWhite Plains NY Office.
The Position
Qualifications
- Must have a Bachelors degree; paralegal certificate preferred
- 2 years of general litigation experience in NYS State Courts
- Extremely detail-oriented and able to prioritize a heavy workload
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to integrate into a fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
- Play a critical role in case preparation by obtaining medical records through authorizations and subpoenas ensuring timely follow-ups with providers.
- Maintain and streamline case data with well-structured discovery and records organizational charts to enhance efficiency.
- Conduct vital research by issuing Open Public Records Requests and performing background investigations to support litigation strategy.
- Analyze and summarize medical records summaries and medical treatment chronologies that provide crucial case insights.
- Support attorneys in depositions and discovery by summarizing transcripts managing key documents and ensuring timely follow-ups on requests.
- Manage document productions efficiently by reviewing analyzing and organizing files from opposing parties and co-defendants.
- Prepare and organize materials for expert witness review ensuring they have the necessary documentation for case assessments.
- Keep case files impeccably organized and accessible ensuring a smooth workflow for attorneys and litigation teams.
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues to maintain a strong team dynamic and ensure smooth case progression.
A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience education licensure and/or certifications geographic location market demands other business and organizational needs and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan medical dental vision disability and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Salary Range:
$50000 - $70000 USD
Why Should You Apply
- Benefits:Outstanding benefits package including 401k match and generous PTO plan
- Career Growth:Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
- Employee Perks:Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement please contact us at .
Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firms policy that employment will be based on merit qualifications and competence. Further employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race color age sex religion creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation or preference gender identity physical or mental disability status as a victim of domestic violence sex offenses or stalking past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Key Skills
- Legal Drafting
- Proofreading
- Google Docs
- Organizational skills
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Case Management
- Legal Research
- Research Experience
- Paralegal
- Filing
- Writing Skills
