Healthcare Litigation Paralegal

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Carlton Fields is seeking a Healthcare Litigation Paralegal for its Los Angeles office.

Job Summary & Objectives

Under the direction and supervision of attorneys, paralegals are expected to provide advanced, complex assistance in support of client case teams

Duties

• 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.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate required.
• 5+ years of paralegal or other relevant experience

The salary range for this role in California is $100,000 - $115,000.  Actual salaries will vary depending upon various factors, including relevant experience and skillset. The salary range listed is just one component of the Carlton Fields total compensation package for employees. Other monetary rewards include annual discretionary bonuses based on performance and profit-sharing contributions based on eligibility and firm profitability.

Additionally, Carlton Fields provides a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security, including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as life, accident, and disability insurance plans. The firm also provides the opportunity to participate in 401(k) retirement benefits, commuter benefits, and well-being programs.