Paralegal assistant/ medical records

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Paralegal Assistant specializing in Medical Records to join our dynamic legal team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support various legal practices and litigation, by managing and organizing critical medical documentation. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, legal research abilities, and proficiency with document management systems. This paid position is perfect for someone eager to develop their legal administrative expertise while contributing to impactful legal work in a fast-paced environment.

Duties

• Assist with the collection, review, and organization of medical records related to ongoing legal cases across multiple practice areas such as personal injury, workers' compensation, family law, and estate planning.
• Support attorneys with legal research using tools like LexisNexis and Westlaw to gather relevant case law and medical information.
• Manage electronic and physical filing systems using document management software to ensure easy retrieval of case documents.
• Draft, proofread, and transcribe legal documents including reports, correspondence, and case summaries with precision and attention to detail.
• Conduct document review and data entry to maintain accurate case files and ensure compliance with legal standards.
• Coordinate interviews with clients and medical providers to obtain necessary medical records or additional information for cases.
• Support project management efforts by tracking deadlines, court dates, and document submissions related to litigation or administrative proceedings.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information while adhering to legal protocols and office policies.

Requirements

• Prior paralegal experience or internship in a law office setting is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of litigation is advantageous.
• Proficiency with legal research platforms including LexisNexis and Westlaw; familiarity with document management systems.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
• Demonstrated experience in legal drafting, proofreading, transcription, and contract review.
• Strong research skills combined with attention to detail in document review and data entry tasks.
• Effective communication skills for interviewing clients and coordinating with medical providers.
• Proficiency in administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, phone etiquette, and clerical support within a small law office environment.

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Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person