Medical Malpractice Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Medical Malpractice Paralegal

Industry : Legal Services

Location : Greenbelt, MD (on-site)

Assignment Type : Contract-to-Hire or Direct Hire (immediate need)

Pay : $30 – $35 / Hour | Equivalent Salary : $65,000–$80,000 annually (depending on experience)

Work Schedule : Full-time | Typical hours 8 : 30 AM–5 : 30 PM or 9 : 00 AM–6 : 00 PM | On-site with hybrid eligibility earned over time

Benefits : This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client :

Our client is a well-established law practice with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality representation across multiple practice areas. They offer a structured, professional environment and emphasize strong client service, thorough case preparation, and collaborative legal support.

Job Description :

Addison Group is partnering with our client to hire a Medical Malpractice Paralegal who will independently support a team of attorneys handling complex medical malpractice matters. This role requires someone experienced in full-cycle case management—from initial intake and record collection through trial preparation—while maintaining organization, accuracy, and strong communication throughout the process.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage all phases of medical malpractice cases, including intake, discovery, litigation tracking, and trial preparation
• Collect, review, and summarize medical records; prepare timelines, case summaries, and documentation for attorney review
• Draft and file pleadings, discovery responses, subpoenas, authorizations, and related litigation documents
• Monitor case deadlines, hearing dates, and trial tasks to ensure timely completion
• Maintain electronic and physical case files in an organized and accessible manner
• Coordinate depositions, client meetings, and communication with medical providers
• Track and reconcile Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance liens; support negotiations and documentation for settlement-related disbursements
• Communicate frequently with clients, opposing counsel, and medical offices, providing updates and ensuring information is accurate and complete

Qualifications :

Additional Details :

Perks :

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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