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Paralegal / Legal Assistant
Our firm is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Paralegal / Legal Assistant to join our medical malpractice team. This role combines substantive case management, trial preparation, and legal research with administrative support that ensures smooth day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate is proactive, resourceful, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.
Key Responsibilities:
Paralegal Functions
· Draft pleadings, discovery requests/responses, pretrial/settlement memos
· Summarize depositions, medical records, expert reports
· Assist with trial prep: exhibits, voir dire, verdict sheets, jury instructions
· Track discovery and record requests; maintain insurance/medical/expert charts
· Draft settlement petitions, affidavits, compliance documents
· Schedule and coordinate experts; prepare trial communications
· Conduct legal research (Westlaw preferred)
Legal Assistant / Administrative Functions
· File pleadings (e-filing/in-person); maintain filing system
· Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, and CLE requirements
· Answer phones, draft correspondence, handle travel and expenses
· Create and maintain case files, status sheets, discovery trackers
· Send/follow up on medical records and expert reports
· Provide overflow support to attorneys and staff
Qualifications:
· 5+ years paralegal/legal assistant experience (MUST include 4+ years medical malpractice)
· Strong drafting, organizational, and multitasking skills
· Familiar with litigation process, discovery, and trial preparation
· Proficient in Microsoft Office; Westlaw/e-filing a plus
· Excellent written/verbal communication
· Paralegal certification or Notary preferred, not required
Benefits:
· Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications ($80K–$90K)
· Firm-paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and LTD Insurance
· Generous Paid Time Off
· Paid Holidays
· 401(k) Plan with Company Match
· Annual Profit Sharing
You’ll be joining a collaborative legal team where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is supported. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for advancement.
At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
JOB ID: 165076
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Aimee Krisfalusi