Experienced Paralegal – Litigation / Healthcare / Medical Malpractice Defense – Scranton, PA / Hybrid Schedule
The Law Offices of Marshall Dennehey, a nationally recognized civil defense litigation firm, is seeking a full‑time Paralegal to join our Scranton, PA office. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced litigation paralegal who thrives in a collegial, fast‑paced environment and values being part of a firm where professionalism, respect, and teamwork are at the core of everything we do.At Marshall Dennehey, our culture truly sets us apart. We are proud of our respectful, supportive workplace, our commitment to work‑life balance, and our long‑tenured team members who have built rewarding, lasting careers with the firm. We believe great legal work starts with people who feel valued, supported, and appreciated for their contributions.Litigation Practice Areas IncludeDefense of medical professionals and providers in all areas of health care liability. This includes physicians, hospitals, nurses, allied health professionals, dentists, nursing homes and physician practices.Is This You?A highly organized, detail‑oriented paralegal who enjoys playing a critical role on a collaborative legal teamComfortable managing fast‑paced discovery, preparing cases for trial, and independently maintaining a caseloadMotivated to advance your paralegal career in an environment where your skills, effort, and dedication are recognized and appreciatedIf so, we would love to hear from you.What We OfferComprehensive health insurance, including: Medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverageGenerous Paid Time Off and paid holidays401(k) retirement planBonus programFirm‑sponsored voluntary benefits, including: Supplemental life insurance, Identity theft protection, Pet insurance, Legal plan and Flexible spending accountsFree on‑site parkingHybrid work schedule (remote/in‑office) supporting work‑life balanceJob Duties May IncludeObtaining, reviewing, and analyzing documents, including medical, financial, tax, and employment recordsCreating detailed medical and factual chronologiesPreparing trial notebooks, exhibits, and witness filesCompiling evidence through discovery documents, transcripts, records, libraries, and databasesManaging and organizing electronic and physical case filesCoordinating with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and support servicesGenerating status reports, logs, and case indexesCorresponding with clients and opposing law firmsConducting legal and medical research, including review of expert materialsCommunicating with experts and analyzing their qualifications, prior testimony, transcripts, and publicationsPerforming additional duties as neededKnowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesExcellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skillsStrong attention to detail with the ability to multi‑task and prioritizeAbility to meet deadlines while managing multiple assignmentsCommitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalismWillingness to learn and adapt as new skills are requiredDedication to fostering a spirit of teamwork and cooperationJob Requirements3–5 years of litigation/casualty paralegal experienceBachelor’s or Associate’s degree requiredParalegal Certificate from an ABA‑approved program preferredIf you’re looking to join a firm where people stay, careers grow, and work‑life balance is genuinely respected, Marshall Dennehey offers an exceptional opportunity.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer AA/M/F/D/V