Who we are…
A flourishing Healthcare Litigation practice currently based in our Philadelphia office is expanding to Pittsburgh. We are seeking individuals to spearhead the work of a new client and assist with an expanding caseload. This new Pittsburgh-based team will defend nursing homes and medical malpractice claims. Team members will interact directly with clients while fully managing cases including discovery, hearings, depositions, trials, and more.
What sets us apart…
This is an excellent opportunity to get in on the ground floor of an expansion that is poised for significant continued growth. There is opportunity for team members to demonstrate initiative and leadership, and work independently yet part of a successful established practice.
Essential Functions
- Work on case teams and take initiative in the coordination of efforts
- Leverage knowledge and experience to take initiative in managing multiple matters
- Order and inventory medical, pathology, and radiology material
- 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.
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 as required.
Burns White completes criminal background screenings for all new hires prior to the start of employment.
Submit resume and salary expectations
Email: Jobs@burnswhite.com
Fax: 412-995-3311
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