Job ID: 1748848
OA Reference: Healthcare Litigation Paralegal
We are looking for an experienced Healthcare Litigation Paralegal to join one of the top legal firms in the U.S. with offices in Los Angeles, CA.
Under the direction and supervision of attorneys, the Healthcare Litigation Paralegal is expected to provide advanced, complex assistance in support of client case teams
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and maintain (or oversee maintenance of) case files, indices and chronologies.
- Create medical records summaries for complex medical malpractice and personal injury matters
- Research and evaluate expert witnesses
- Assemble and organize requested materials for attorney or client review.
- Utilize a variety of computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases (such as document review and file management systems), and imaging in discovery and case management.
- Assist in document production process, including review for production and/or privilege, tagging and redaction, preparing privilege and redaction logs, and assisting with logistics and coordination utilizing document review tools, and quality control of productions.
- Draft correspondence, memoranda or pleadings.
- Perform investigative and background research, including witness location, and cases/legal authority gathering.
- Create and maintain databases of documents and information.
- Review and analyze documents, data, and depositions as required by team attorneys and/or clients.
- Assist at and in preparation for depositions of fact and expert witnesses.
- Coordinate preparation of motions and briefs including proofreading, cite-checking (if applicable), assembly of exhibits, filing and service.
- Assist with preparation for trial including gathering documents to be used as trial exhibits, preparation of witness binders, deposition designations, review and organization of materials for use by team attorneys, preparation of electronic presentations, and coordination with litigation support personnel.
- Liaise with internal firm departments and outside sources to gather information and data.
- Ability to handle all aspects of subpoenaing records/witnesses (from ordering records to following up with the facilities to make sure we receive the records in a timely manner to summarizing the records);
- Familiarity with the California Code of Civil Procedure and the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure is a plus.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Excellent benefits and compensation package in place. Collaborative and supportive environment. An amazing opportunity for someone looking to grow and step into new heights in their career.
Apply today!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans
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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.
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