What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Paralegal position at Cades Schutte LLP?
About us
Cades Schutte LLP is the largest full-service law firm in Hawaii. With over 100 years in business, we are professional, customer-centric, fast-paced and our goal is to endorse a collegial environment where everyone helps to deliver the best for our clients..
**Overview:**
We are seeking a highly organized and skilled Nurse/Medical Paralegal to join our team. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter that will bring their medical training and experience to the litigation practice, particularly in defense-related matters.
**Responsibilities:**
-Summarize the medical aspects of the case with respect to the issues.
-Provide recommendations with respect to further medical and legal discovery.
-Research, analyze and summarize medical data.
-Obtain, review and digest medical records for primarily litigation defense matters such as, medical malpractice, product liability, personal injury and workers' compensation.
-Serve as a liaison between the law firm and the medical facilities, doctors, etc.
-Assist in drafting various pleadings, discovery documents and responses.
-Coordinate the production of documents and provide overall document control.
-Arrange for and assist with the preparation of depositions.
-Attend hearings when appropriate and summarize the proceedings.
-Organize and prepare exhibits, charts, graphs, etc. for trial.
**Experience:**
- Minimum three years' experience as an RN preferred.
- Legal experience in a law firm, corporate entity, insurance carrier, etc, as a litigation paralegal and/or legal secretary may be substituted for RN experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Office programs required.
- Strong knowledge of legal drafting and document management systems
- Familiarity with iManage or similar software is preferred
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to handle high-pressure situations with professionalism
- Good phone etiquette and communication skills
This position offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Medical Paralegal to contribute to our team's success. If you meet the requirements and are ready to take on this challenging role, we look forward to receiving your application.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $75,000 - $85,000
