Nurse Paralegal

Lippes Mathias is seeking an experienced Nurse Paralegal to support our legal team with complex medical-related litigation. This role is ideal for a licensed RN with a legal background and strong foundation in medical record review, legal document preparation, and case analysis. If you have a sharp eye for detail, strong communication skills, and a background in malpractice or healthcare law, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities will include:

• Request, analyze and summarize medical records, reports and diagnostics


• Abstract medical records for review


• Provide insight on standard of care, causation and damages


• Prepare chronologies and narrative summaries of medical records


• Assist with discovery process, including drafting medical interrogatories and document requests


• Coordinate and prepare for medical expert depositions


• Assist attorney in preparation of medical evidence, documentation and exhibits, for hearings or trial


• Conduct medical research to support case and expert opinions


• Additional job duties as necessary

 Our ideal Paralegal will have:

• Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with current, active license 


• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing AND Paralegal Certificate, required


• A minimum 2 years' experience as a Nurse Paralegal, preferably with experience in medical malpractice


• Proficient understanding of medical terminology


• General understanding of HIPPA compliance


• Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills


• Ability to proofread and edit documents


• Ensures accuracy with grammar and punctuation


• Experience with editing, revising and drafting of legal documents


• High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to use discretion and handle confidential information

Salary range depending on experience: $45-$65/hour as an independent contractor (1099).

The pay range provided in this listing is a good faith estimate for this position based on the location that we are hiring for. Criteria included but not limited to, skill level, education, and experience, will determine where a candidate falls within the range.

Founded in 1965 in Buffalo, New York, Lippes Mathias is a full-service law firm with 16 offices and nearly 210 attorneys. We grow and thrive every day by way of our unique culture, which puts a premium on collegiality, collaboration, and support for our employees at every turn. You’ll quickly notice that we approach law differently at Lippes Mathias—we think ahead and around corners for our myriad regional, national, and international clients in a range of different industries. Rather than providing endless options and choices, we serve as business partners to our clients, delivering them the answers to their legal questions that advance their business outcomes.  

To learn more about Lippes Mathias, visit our recruiting website: https://www.lippes.com/careers