Paralegal; Medical Malpractice

Company Overview

Rubenstein Law has been getting justice for personal injury victims since 1988. Founder Robert Rubenstein and CEO Nicole Armstrong have grown Rubenstein Law to over 50 Attorneys, including 20 Partners,12 board-certified litigators, and over 400 supporting professionals.

Today, Rubenstein Law is recognized as a premier name in Personal Injury, representing clients in a variety of case claims, including auto injuries, slip and fall injuries, catastrophic injuries, premise liability, medical malpractice, child & birth injury, motorcycle accident cases, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) cases. Rubenstein Law's Mass Tort division represents clients nationwide in defective products, dangerous drugs, and chemical cases.

With a strong reputation for success and billions of dollars won for clients, Rubenstein Law continues to grow to meet the needs of victims nationally. As the Firm expands, Rubenstein Law is committed to providing every single client with the excellent care and attention that has built the Firm's reputation and success.

Our Medical Malpractice Paralegals work closely with attorneys to support clients in complex healthcare-related litigation. This includes preparing and filing pleadings and motions, organizing and analyzing voluminous medical records, coordinating expert witnesses, maintaining client communication, managing case deadlines, and assisting with all aspects of discovery and trial preparation.

• Managing a medical malpractice caseload from pre-suit through trial and post-trial
• Draft and file legal documents and pleadings in State and Federal court
• Draft and file discovery and manage discovery compliance
• Communicate in a clear and concise manner with team members, clients, opposing counsel, judicial employees/clerk, and other legal professionals
• Coordinate, schedule, and calendar meetings, case-related deadlines, notice hearings, depositions, and other litigation-related proceedings
• Manage Attorney’s calendar and assist with attorney travel arrangements when needed
• Provide excellent legal support to the team and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Assist with trial preparation (trial binders, exhibits, redacting, etc.)
• Data entry in firm management system pertaining to case related matters

• 2+ years of Personal Injury Litigation experience preferred, but not required
• Paralegal certificate is not required, but is a plus
• Excellent client communication skills
• Strong multitasking skills, highly organized, and detail-oriented
• Able to excel in a fast-paced work environment, take direction, and work with little supervision
• Able to manage a large caseload and comply with deadlines
• Knowledge of State and Federal court statutes, rules, and procedures
• Familiar in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and the ability to become proficient in firm technology programs
• Familiar with legal terminology, court proceedings and drafting pleadings, discovery, and legal documents
• Familiar with court procedures, court
  
  Map, JAWS, and e-filing via e-portal
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required

• Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 7-paid holidays
• Staff and Attorney bonuses
• Medical Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, STD & LTD, and other medical coverages)
• Group and Optional Life insurance
• 401(k) with company matching