We are seeking a Healthcare Litigation Paralegal to join our West Conshohocken office. We offer interesting work in a successful and well established practice that is supportive, provides an opportunity to work independently, but also be part of a strong and collegial team.
Who we are…
This growing and dynamic practice group counsels a wide variety of industries including healthcare, care facilities, entertainment, human services, non-profits, and Fortune 500 companies. They are go-to counsel on a wide variety of matters – crisis management, professional liability, employment, commercial, internal audits, fraud and embezzlement matters, grand jury subpoenas, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, survival actions, and more. We are hard working with a strong sense of teamwork and camaraderie. It’s true that our work can be demanding at times – but it is rewarding and challenging, and there is tremendous opportunity for team members at all levels to do substantive work. We are a well-established and high-functioning team of attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and trial technologists. With us, you will work hard, learn, grow, be part of a team, and have fun in the process.
About the job
- Work on case teams and take initiative in the coordination of efforts
- Order subpoenas and inventory, review and summarize medical and employment records
- Have contact with experts, clients, opposing counsel, and other contacts
- Diary case management deadlines
- Schedule and prepare materials for witness and expert depositions
- Assist in the organization of exhibits and binders in preparation for trial
- Organize and maintain electronic case files
Job Requirements
- Paralegal Certificate or Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- 2 or more years’ experience
- Experience managing electronic discovery processes and systems using document collection and production tools
- Highly organized and able to prioritize workload with attention to detail and highly accurate
- Able to work independently and as part of a team with strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills
- Quick learner who is enthusiastic about contributing to the team effort
- Able to follow detailed instructions
- Demonstrated ability to take ownership and initiative by actively managing files, deadlines, etc.
- Strong PC skills, especially MS Word and Excel
Equipment, Physical/Mental Demands, Working Conditions
Personal computer and other office equipment such as telephone, typewriter, calculator, fax machine, duplicating machine, etc. Sitting for extended periods, standing, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds. Manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office machines. Range of hearing and vision sufficient to operate standard office machines and communicate with clients in person and via telephone. Able to deal with stress in a fast-paced work environment with multiple priorities. Make decisions and adapt to changing work situations. Grasp and apply new ideas and technologies. Communicate and successfully interact with various personalities at all organizational levels. Typical office setting, normally Monday through Friday business hours. Occasional overtime
Burns White provides a generous, family-focused benefits package including:
- Medical (firm pays 70-90%), dental, and vision with Single to Family coverage levels
- Fully paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
- Medical Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
- 4019k) with 3% guaranteed/vested contribution plus additional profit-sharing contribution
- Free confidential counseling and support services for all family members
- Free onsite gym and free parking
- Paid parental leave up to 12 weeks based on tenure
- 10 holidays plus 19-24 PTO days based on tenure
- Pet insurance and Accident insurance
- Financial education services and Medicare insurance planning
- Hybrid work arrangements after initial training period
Burns White completes criminal background screenings for all new hires as a condition of employment
Submit resume to:
Email: Jobs@burnswhite.com / Fax: 412-995-3311
Mail: Human Resources, 48 26th Street, Pittsburgh PA 15222
No search firms
No phone calls, please
EOE