Litigation Paralegal
Job Description
Litigation Paralegal
Our client located in Dallas, Texas, has an immediate need for a Malpractice or Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal. This is a direct hire opportunity.
Client Profile
Established North Dallas Malpractice Litigation Firm
Litigation Paralegal Role
The Litigation Paralegal will manage an assigned group of cases from initial intake through settlement or trial.
This person will work closely with attorneys, clients, experts, medical providers, opposing counsel, and lienholders to ensure cases remain organized, deadlines are met, and matters continue moving forward.
Responsibilities include:
Manage assigned cases from intake through resolution
Serve as a primary point of contact for clients throughout the case
Order, track, review, and organize medical, imaging, and billing records
Prepare medical record chronologies using records and available technology
Coordinate the delivery of records and case materials to expert witnesses
Draft petitions, motions, discovery, notices, demands, expert reports, and other litigation documents
Prepare Chapter 74 notices of claim and assist with applicable statutory deadlines
Draft and respond to written discovery
Assist attorneys with deposition, mediation, hearing, settlement, and trial preparation
Calculate paid or incurred medical expenses and assist with damages documentation
Calendar hearings, meetings, depositions, mediations, expert deadlines, discovery deadlines, and trial dates
Communicate with opposing counsel, court personnel, medical providers, experts, and vendors
Identify, notify, dispute, negotiate, and resolve Medicare, Medicaid, VA, hospital, insurance, and other liens
Maintain accurate and organized electronic case files
Review documents carefully for accuracy, formatting, proper party names, citations, grammar, and completeness
Adjust priorities as urgent hearings, deadlines, or client needs arise
Work collaboratively with attorneys and other paralegals while independently managing assigned responsibilities
Litigation Paralegal Background Profile
Minimum of two years of litigation paralegal or litigation support experience
Personal injury or medical malpractice litigation experience required
Plaintiff or defense personal injury experience will be considered
Experience managing cases through multiple stages of litigation
Experience reviewing and organizing substantial medical records
Knowledge of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure
Familiarity with Chapter 74 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code preferred
Experience using the Texas electronic filing system
Knowledge of The Bluebook and proper legal citations
Experience drafting pleadings, discovery, demands, and litigation correspondence
Experience using legal case management software
Strong calendaring and deadline management skills
Exceptional attention to detail and proofreading ability
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized and capable of managing multiple active matters
Able to work independently without constant supervision
Comfortable changing priorities when urgent matters arise
Compassionate and professional when communicating with clients experiencing serious injuries or loss
Willing to ask questions, collaborate, and learn complex medical and legal issues
Benefits and Features
401(k) plan with employer matching
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Collaborative and supportive firm culture
Job Requirements
Additional Information
dfwHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.
Disclaimer: Sensitive and personal data will not be requested by dfwHR or its affiliates until a job offer is made and accepted. If you ever doubt the validity of our job postings, we encourage you to call one of our branch locations to verify the status on any job.