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Litigation Paralegal – Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice
Location: Denver, CO (on-site)
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $70,000 - $90,000
AimHire is excited to partner with a reputable Denver-based law firm specializing in personal injury and medical malpractice litigation. The firm is known for its client-centered approach and dedicated team, providing high-quality legal representation to those affected by personal injury. We are seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support their attorneys in all phases of litigation. If you're looking for a fast-paced, rewarding role, this may be the perfect fit!
Key Responsibilities:
- Case Management: Maintain client files, track critical case deadlines, and manage attorney schedules.
- Document Preparation: Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests, medical chronologies, and case summaries.
- Discovery & Trial Support: Assist with drafting and responding to discovery, coordinating depositions, and preparing trial materials, including exhibits and witness lists.
- Client Communication: Serve as a primary point of contact, providing case updates, securing medical records, and answering client inquiries.
- Medical Record Analysis: Request, review, and summarize medical records related to personal injury and medical malpractice cases, as well as prepare privilege logs and redactions.
- Court Filings: Handle the preparation and filing of legal documents in state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with local court rules.
- Settlement Support: Draft settlement demands, assist in calculating damages, and coordinate lien resolution efforts.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years of litigation paralegal experience, with a strong preference for experience in personal injury or medical malpractice.
- Proven track record of successfully supporting attorneys through complex litigation, including trial preparation and settlement negotiations.
- Paralegal certification from an ABA-approved program or an associate or bachelor’s degree in legal studies or related field.
- Additional certifications in litigation support or medical record analysis are a plus.
- Advanced knowledge of case management software (e.g., Clio, MyCase, or similar) and document management systems.
- Proficient in e-discovery platforms and legal research tools (e.g., LexisNexis, Westlaw).
- Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and PDF editing tools (Adobe Acrobat).
- Medical Record Expertise: Ability to quickly and accurately interpret and summarize medical records and bills, prepare detailed chronologies, and identify critical medical issues related to personal injury or medical malpractice claims.
- Familiarity with both state and federal court filing systems, including experience with electronic court filings (e.g., CM/ECF) and ensuring compliance with local court rules.
AimHire is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000
