Litigation Paralegal

Morgan & Morgan

Lakeland, FLOn-site
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Location
Lakeland, FL
Work style
On-site
Posted
Oct 23
2 days ago
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About the company

Morgan & Morgan

Legal services · 1,001 to 5,000 employees

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. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.

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What you'll do

  • Draft, prepare, and e-file legal documents in state and federal court
  • Conduct legal research and factual investigation; track all key case deadlines
  • Request, organize, and summarize medical records; prepare medical chronologies
  • Prepare and respond to discovery documents; 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
  • Assist with case settlements

What you need

  • 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 applicable state court procedural and filing requirements
  • Litigation, personal injury, or medical malpractice experience (preferred)
  • Familiarity with medical terminology and medical records review (preferred)
  • Associate's degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent work experience (preferred)
  • Education: an associate degree or a professional certificate

Key skills

Legal researchFactual investigationMedical records reviewMedical terminologyWritten and verbal communicationAttention to detailMultitaskPrioritizeManage a demanding workload

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Perks

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays

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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. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People. Summary 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 This role is on-site, which gives you the chance to be fully immersed in the work and gain direct experience alongside the team. We've found that being in the office helps new team members get up to speed quickly and feel more connected. #LI-EM1Benefits Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays. Equal Opportunity Statement Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. E-Verify This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form. Privacy Policy Here is a link to Morgan & Morgan's privacy policy.

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