Medical Malpractice Paralegal

A bit about us:

Our client is a prestigious personal injury law firm with a national reputation for excellence in representing plaintiffs in complex litigation matters. This established New Orleans area office specializes in medical malpractice, traumatic brain injuries, and personal injury cases. The firm is committed to fighting for justice and securing maximum compensation for clients.

Why join us?

• Work with a nationally recognized firm with an outstanding reputation
• Handle high-profile, complex cases that make a real difference in clients' lives
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys and legal professionals
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Professional development opportunities and continuing education support
• Stable, established firm with long-term career growth potential
• Be part of a team dedicated to fighting for justice and holding negligent parties accountable

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Manage medical malpractice and traumatic brain injury cases from filing through trial

Review, organize, and analyze complex medical records

• Coordinate with medical experts, witnesses, and healthcare providers
• Prepare discovery requests, responses, and document productions
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal correspondence under attorney supervision
• Manage case calendars, deadlines, and court filings
• Assist with trial preparation and witness coordination
• Interface with clients to gather information and provide case updates

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years plaintiff personal injury paralegal experience
• Extensive medical malpractice experience required
• Proven experience with traumatic brain injury cases
• Strong medical terminology knowledge and medical record analysis
• Proficiency in case management software (Smart Advocate training provided)
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience preferred
• 100% in-office requirement - no remote work available

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment 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.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.