Paralegal

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Exceptional demonstrated ability to learn on the job
• Balance between attention to detail and ability to juggle moving pieces in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Ability to work full-time in-person in our Charlottesville office

Candidates with prior medical malpractice paralegal experience will be prioritized; prior personal injury paralegal experience strongly preferred. Prelaw applicants who can make a 2-year minimum commitment are welcome.

Job Description:

• Draft demand letters
• Draft written discovery with clients and attorneys
• Draft pleadings and memoranda
• Perform medical and legal research
• Coordinate with expert witnesses
• Track all case deadlines and ensure their completion
• Schedule depositions, hearings, and trials
• Interview prospective clients
• Order and review medical records
• Update clients and referral sources on case status
• Assist with professional extracurriculars and committee work
• Open to other tasks and responsibilities according to preference of the candidate and demonstrated success on the job

Training and mentoring is provided on the latest trial practice management software and all aspects of litigation paralegal work.