What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Malpractice Paralegal position at Habush Habush & Rottier?
Come work for Habush! Great downtown location. 37.5-hour work week. Paid parking!! Pay commensurate with experience.
MEDICAL MALPRACTICE PARALAGAL GENERAL SUMMARY
Provides file management and litigation support in medical malpractice and other personal injury cases.
JOB DUTIES
This position includes, but is not limited to, the following duties:
o Request medical records and medical bills
o Request accident reports, 911 calls, and other investigative information
o Follow up on outstanding medical records requests and bills
o Request updated medical records and medical bills
o Request employment and tax information
o Open files, both physically and in case management software
o Run conflict checks
o Accurately file correspondence, pleadings, discovery, and other file information in chronological order
o Schedule meetings, conference calls, etc.
o Prepare letters and other miscellaneous correspondence
o Post expenses
o Process daily mail
o Process checks
o Obtain information on subrogation, liens, and unpaid medical expenses
o Provide updated information to all insurance companies
o Review liens against medical specials
o Subrogation lien holder communication
o Litigation support
- Communication with clients, defense attorneys/staff, doctors, experts
- Preparation and file organization of case research, notes, legal documents, etc.
- Scheduling/calendaring with experts
- Document and pleading organization
- Document and deposition summary
- Schedule depositions
- Draft answers to or compose discovery
- Draft pleadings
- Draft mediation submission
- Monitor scheduling order deadlines
- Schedule trial prep and team meetings
- Assist with trial preparation
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
o Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
o Ability to manage and complete multiple tasks
o Ability to handle large volumes of information electronically
o Ability to function independently and prioritize assignments
o Ability to uphold high standards of confidentiality
o Team player, positive attitude
o Organized, detail-oriented
o Work well under pressure
o Knowledge/experience with Filevine Case Management software a plus
o Position may require staying after hours and weekend hours at times
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
o Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the legal field; medical malpractice preferred
o Paralegal Certificate is preferred
o Notary
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Madison, WI 53703 (Required)
Work Location: In person
