Litigation Paralegal - Office of General Counsel

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Description

As Litigation Paralegal for medical malpractice litigation, provides advanced legal and administrative support, including assisting in the investigation, management, and defense of medical malpractice claims and lawsuits; preparing legal documents; organizing case materials and maintaining litigation data; and ensuring timely and accurate communication between internal and external stakeholders. 

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborates closely with in-house counsel, outside defense counsel, and leaders across Risk Management, Quality, Patient Safety, and Insurance Services to ensure accurate evaluation and effective handling of complex medical malpractice matters.
• Provides comprehensive litigation support to in-house and outside counsel in managing medical malpractice claims and lawsuits.
• Drafts, proofreads, and prepares legal correspondence, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and subpoenas.
• Reviews and summarizes medical records, depositions, and expert reports.
• Organizes, maintains, and updates electronic and paper case files, including medical records and exhibits.
• Coordinates the collection, review, and production of documents for discovery and subpoenas, ensuring compliance with applicable privacy and confidentiality standards.
• Maintains accurate case data in Emory's claims management system, generates reports and assists with claims analytics.
• Tracks litigation deadlines, hearings, and other case milestones to ensure compliance with court rules and procedures.
• Supports trial preparation, including assembly of exhibits, witness lists, and trial binders.
• Communicates effectively with internal departments, outside counsel, insurance representatives, and other stakeholders.
• Assists attorneys with special projects, audits, and administrative tasks, as needed.
• Works closely with legal teammates, executives and operational leaders to implement practical solutions.
• Performs related responsibilities as required. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Five years of experience as a paralegal in civil litigation, preferably in medical malpractice, healthcare law, or insurance defense.
• Paralegal certificate from an accredited program preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and case management software.
• Strong understanding of litigation processes, document management, and legal terminology.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in handling sensitive information.
• The ability to manage complex, high-volume cases within a large academic healthcare environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in a hospital or healthcare system legal department or law firm handling healthcare litigation.
• Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems such as Epic or Cerner.
• Experience with claims or risk management systems (e.g., RLDatix, RiskMaster, Origami Risk, Legal Tracker).
• Knowledge of rules of civil procedure, healthcare laws, regulations, and medical terminology.

Competencies and Attributes

• Analytical Thinking: Demonstrates the ability to interpret complex information and identify key issues in medical and legal documents.
• Attention to Detail: Produces work with accuracy and thoroughness while meeting deadlines.
• Collaboration: Works effectively as part of a cross-functional legal, risk, and clinical team.
• Professional Judgment: Exercises discretion and sound judgment in managing confidential information.
• Adaptability: Responds effectively to changing priorities, caseloads, and deadlines.

Where will I work?

• Hybrid work arrangement may be available (minimum two days per week on-site presence required; subject to change at the discretion of the organization).
• Standard office environment with occasional travel to hospital sites or court-related activities. 

Other benefits:

• Emory’s compensation is competitive with similar universities and comes with outstanding benefits, including:A generous contribution from the university, in an amount up to an additional 9% of your salary, to your 403(b