Nurse Paralegal

Company Overview

Price Benowitz LLP is a mid-sized law firm headquartered in Washington, D.C.  Our firm handles a wide range of matters, including criminal defense, personal injury, medical malpractice, family law, and trusts and estates. We are driven by our core values of Passion, Integrity, and Excellence, and we welcome applications from motivated professionals who share these principles and bring a positive, team-oriented mindset.

Job Summary

We are seeking a full-time Nurse Paralegal to join our Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury teams in our Washington, D.C. office. This position is ideal for a licensed nurse with legal experience who is detail-oriented and capable of managing a fast-paced caseload. The Nurse Paralegal plays a critical role in reviewing and interpreting medical records, supporting litigation strategy, and providing case support from intake through trial.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain, review, analyze, and summarize medical records and related documents.
• Prepare detailed medical chronologies, summaries, and timelines.
• Research, evaluate, and assist with the retention of medical experts.
• Coordinate expert appointments and logistics, including scheduling, correspondence, and travel arrangements.
• Maintain accurate and updated case calendars and deadlines.
• Support attorneys at trial by preparing medical exhibits, fact-checking, tracking developments, and compiling documentation.
• Perform other case management and litigation support duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• RN, LPN, or comparable nursing credentials (required).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a paralegal, legal assistant, or similar legal support role.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, particularly regarding medical terminology and healthcare procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with legal case management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Additional Information:

• Work Environment: This is an in-office position, and candidates must be available to work full-time hours hybrid at our DC office (9am-6pm, 4 days in-office, 1 say remote).
• Benefits: At Price Benowitz LLP we offer a comprehensive healthcare benefits package in compliance with the Wage Transparency Omnibus Amendment Act of 2023. Our benefits include employer-supported medical, dental, vision insurance, and mental health support, as well as disability and life insurance for income protection.