Medical Malpractice Paralegal

Company: Kiernan Trebach LLP
Location: Washington
Posted on: October 23, 2024

Job Description:

We are a Civil Litigation Defense Law Firm. Our mission is focused on a slow and sustainable growth process to create a diverse working environment while remaining sensitive to the needs of our employees and their families. Kiernan Trebach has become respected for our effective defense of clients ranging from Fortune 100 companies to individuals and small business owners. We take pride in knowing our clients, understanding what they want, and exceeding their expectations. We are seeking a new Medical Malpractice Paralegal with 1-3 years experience to join our Litigation team. This role will be in person at our Washington, DC office supporting multiple lawyers' matters in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Prior experience with Insurance Defense and handling Medical Malpractice matters is preferred. What You Will Do: As a Medical Malpractice Paralegal in our Washington, DC Office, the following duties would be expected of you: Scheduling IME's. Docket Searches. Retaining Experts and Sending documents for Experts to review. Gathering Medical Records and other Discovery via Services, Authorizations, Subpoenas, Social media, etc. Tracking, Organizing, and preparing Discovery Materials going to counsel, experts, and other witnesses. Assisting Attorneys with Trial Preparation. Organization and Maintenance of files in our document management system. Other General Office Administration Functions. What You Will Bring: Our ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of relevant experience and the following credentials/skills: Demonstrate creative thinking, strong research skills, and superior verbal and written communication skills required. Microsoft Office proficiency, attention to detail, and strong research skills, with programs such as Lexis Nexis, are required. Significant experience obtaining medical records via authorizations/subpoenas, and preparing medical chronologies in the DMV region is preferred. Demonstrated experience following the legal process in the preparation of subpoenas in DC, Maryland, and Virginia is essential. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines Proactive work style, taking initiative to anticipate attorney needs. Why You'll Love Us: At Kiernan Trebach LLP, we commit our talents and energy to continue a decades-long practice devoted to defense litigation and counseling the Firm's clients on issues that affect their potential for litigation. Kiernan Trebach represents clients on a national basis, and maintains twelve offices in nine states plus the District of Columbia, with local presence in several others. Our lawyers have appeared in the courts of over 35 states and territories. We offer the following benefits: Health Insurance Life Insurance and AD&D Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401(k) profit sharing Medical Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Long-Term Disability Short-Term Disability Flexible Schedules Health & Wellness Programs Paid Time Off Holiday Pay Salary Range: $45,000 - $80,000 based on relevant experiemce. DEI Statement: Kiernan Trebach LLP is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, ethnic background, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or genetic information. Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 1 - 3 years Salary: $45,000 - $80,000 Annual Bonus/Commission: No

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