Medical Malpractice Paralegal (Defense)

Job Description

Job Title: Medical Malpractice Paralegal (Defense)

Location: Atlanta, GA 30329

Salary/Payrate: $70-90K Depending on experience annually with bonus and AWESOME benefits!

Work Environment: 100% Onsite - Free parking in a covered deck

Term: Permanent / Fulltime

Benefits Include: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees & 50% employer contribution toward dependent coverage

Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired

Job Description:

Medical Malpractice Paralegal (Defense)

Atlanta, GA (Brookhaven area, fully onsite)

Billable requirement: 120 hours per month (approx. 6 hours per day)

A well-established litigation firm in Atlanta is seeking an experienced Medical Malpractice Paralegal to support a busy team of attorneys in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This is a hands-on role for someone who can think critically, stay organized under pressure, and take ownership of their cases from day one.

If you are someone who doesn’t wait to be told what to do, knows how to prioritize when everything feels urgent, and can connect the dots within complex medical records, this could be a strong fit.

Please Note: Experience independently tracking and billing time for work performed is required.

What You’ll Be Doing

Support a team of attorneys with medical malpractice litigation matters from intake through resolution

Review, analyze, and organize medical records to identify key details and case direction

Coordinate with medical professionals, including nurses, to support case development

Manage case files, track deadlines, and maintain detailed logs and follow-ups

Assist with document production, including redactions and Bates numbering

Prepare and organize materials for discovery and trial

Handle shifting priorities and urgent requests in a high-demand environment

Accurately track and bill time throughout the day across multiple tasks

What They’re Looking For

Prior experience as a litigation paralegal, with medical malpractice strongly preferred

Ability to independently review records and understand what is happening in a case

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Comfortable supporting multiple attorneys at once

The benefits package is where this role really stands out:

100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees

50% employer contribution toward dependent coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Long-term disability coverage

Consistent, stable work environment with strong internal support

Full-time