Paralegal – Medical Malpractice

Job Summary

KnowHireMatch is hiring a Paralegal – Medical Malpractice for its Boston, Suffolk County office. This role supports a leading litigation firm handling complex healthcare and long‑term care defense cases.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain comprehensive case files, including medical records, deposition transcripts, and discovery documents.
• Assist attorneys with litigation preparation, drafting pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
• Manage subpoenas, court filings, and deadlines to ensure timely case progression.
• Coordinate with clients, experts, and court personnel to schedule depositions, hearings, and trial logistics.
• Conduct legal research on medical malpractice statutes, case law, and regulatory guidelines.
• Prepare trial binders, exhibit lists, and witness summaries.
• Support billing and time‑entry processes, ensuring accurate tracking of billable hours.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or Paralegal certificate; Bachelor’s preferred.
• 2+ years of paralegal experience in medical malpractice or healthcare litigation.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, insurance concepts, and healthcare regulations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency with legal software (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis, Clio) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $65,000 – $75,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and paid time off.

Location

Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of law does the firm specialize in?

The firm focuses on litigation, particularly medical malpractice and long‑term care defense.

What experience is required for this paralegal role?

At least 2 years of paralegal experience in medical malpractice or healthcare litigation, plus knowledge of medical terminology.

What is the salary range for this position?

The annual salary ranges from $65,000 to $75,000, based on experience and qualifications.