Medical Malpractice Defense/Insurance Defense Paralegal

Position Overview

A well-established defense litigation firm is seeking an experienced Medical Malpractice Defense/Insurance Defense Paralegal to join its growing team. This role is ideal for a highly organized and proactive paralegal with strong insurance defense and medical malpractice experience who is comfortable handling cases from pre-suit through litigation.

The firm values versatile paralegals who can support attorneys across a variety of matters rather than being assigned to a single practice group. The ideal candidate will have at least 3+ years of relevant experience , with a strong preference for candidates who have medical malpractice defense experience, particularly pre-suit exposure.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with all phases of insurance defense and medical malpractice matters
• Obtain, review, and organize medical records
• Prepare detailed medical chronologies and case summaries
• Coordinate and communicate with expert witnesses
• Research, identify, retain, and manage medical and other experts
• Assist with mediation and deposition preparation
• Draft and respond to discovery requests
• Manage case files and maintain accurate litigation documentation
• Prepare suit reports and status reports as required by insurance carriers
• Track and record time in compliance with insurance carrier billing guidelines
• Coordinate case deadlines and litigation calendars
• Support attorneys throughout the litigation lifecycle, including trial preparation when necessary

Qualifications

• 3+ years of insurance defense and/or medical malpractice defense paralegal experience
• Strong understanding of civil litigation procedures
• Medical malpractice defense experience strongly preferred
• Experience with medical malpractice pre-suit matters highly preferred
• Candidates with litigation-only medical malpractice experience are encouraged to apply; pre-suit training can be provided
• Experience requesting and analyzing medical records
• Ability to prepare medical chronologies and case summaries
• Experience working with expert witnesses and consultants
• Strong discovery, deposition, and mediation support experience
• Familiarity with insurance carrier reporting requirements and billing guidelines preferred
• Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills

Technology

• Experience with PracticeMaster or similar case management/document management systems preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $74,000 - $84,000+ , depending on experience
• Eligible for 1-2 discretionary bonuses annually
• In office schedule at their Tampa, FL location
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated insurance defense and medical malpractice matters alongside an experienced legal team

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned litigation paralegal seeking a hands-on role with significant responsibility and exposure to complex medical malpractice and insurance defense cases.