Paralegal

Paralegal – Medical Malpractice

Location: Alexandria, VA (On-site, 5 days/week)

We’re supporting a highly reputable and well-established legal organization in identifying a skilled Medical Malpractice Paralegal to join their team in Alexandria, VA. This group is known for its strong culture, excellent work-life balance, and commitment to high-quality, complex litigation work. The ideal candidate will bring experience in Virginia dental and medical malpractice and thrive in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.

Position Overview

The Paralegal will support a team of three attorneys within the medical malpractice/personal injury practice. This role requires strong litigation experience, the ability to manage 18–20 cases at a time, and a proactive, highly organized approach. Candidates must have hands-on experience with Virginia malpractice matters, as well as comfort working in a closely managed environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and review letters, pleadings, motions, court correspondence, discovery requests/responses, expert designations, and case filings.
• Obtain, organize, and maintain medical records and related documentation throughout all stages of litigation, including trial preparation.
• Schedule depositions, meetings, hearings, and court appearances.
• Maintain consistent communication with clients and witnesses to gather information and provide case updates.
• Collect, review, and update medical records and expenses on an ongoing basis.
• Conduct legal and background research as needed.
• Coordinate identification, verification, and resolution of medical liens.
• Track and maintain logs for case expenses, medical costs, discovery deadlines, motion response due dates, statutes of limitations, expert designations, hearing dates, and trial dates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate, or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of medical malpractice litigation experience (Virginia malpractice experience required).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; comfortable communicating with clients, experts, and opposing counsel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and litigation technology tools.
• Strong legal research abilities; experience with platforms such as LexisNexis preferred.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and a client-focused mindset.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage a high-volume caseload.
• Aptitude for learning medical and dental concepts relevant to case matters.