Paralegal

Make an Impact Where It Matters Most

At Ford, Dean & Rotundo, P.A., we don’t just handle cases—we advocate for individuals and families who need it most. As a highly respected litigation firm specializing in nursing home abuse and medical malpractice, our work is meaningful, fast-paced, and deeply rewarding.

We’re looking for a driven, detail-oriented Paralegal who’s ready to step into a hands-on role supporting attorneys on complex, high-volume litigation files—and make an immediate impact from day one.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll be a critical part of the litigation team—owning cases and supporting attorneys across the full lifecycle:

• Drafting, filing, and managing pleadings
• Handling ~100 active cases (primarily nursing home/assisted living + medical malpractice)
• Reviewing legal documents for accuracy and quality
• Coordinating schedules, court filings, and deadlines
• Communicating with clients, judicial assistants, defense counsel, and referral attorneys
• Supporting trial preparation, including:
• Evidence prep
• Jury instructions & verdict forms
• Motions in Limine
• Witness coordination
• IT and court reporter logistics

You’ll hit the ground running with your own caseload—with full support from attorneys, leadership, and a collaborative team.

What Success Looks Like

• Highly polished communication (clear, professional, error-free)
• Ability to manage a busy caseload independently
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Communicating proactively—asking for help when needed
• Thriving in a direct, fast-paced, team-oriented environment

What We’re Looking For

Must-Haves:

• Paralegal experience in personal injury or litigation (med mal/nursing home a plus)
• Strong understanding of legal procedures and document preparation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with high attention to detail

Preferred:

• Experience with tools like Courtmaps, Smokeball, Outlook, Zoom
• Paralegal degree or certification
• Experience in medical malpractice or long-term care litigation

This isn’t your typical law firm environment—we prioritize both performance and culture.

What Sets Us Apart:

• Collaborative, experienced team with strong leadership support
• Hands-on learning and exposure to complex litigation
• Bonus opportunities & strong benefits
• Real trial exposure (1–2 trials/year, plus arbitrations)

A Culture You’ll Actually Enjoy:

• Team celebrations + firm events
• Employee appreciation perks
• Tight-knit team with great people and strong retention

If You’re Ready to Step Up…

This is a great opportunity for a strong litigation paralegal who wants more ownership, meaningful work, and a team that genuinely supports each other.

👉 Apply today and be part of a firm that combines high-level litigation with a great culture.

Additional Job Application Terms

This job is part of LinkedIn’s Full-Service Hiring beta program. Eligibility is limited to candidates located in and performing services in the United States, excluding those based in Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, South Carolina, or West Virginia.

We’re committed to making our hiring process as smooth and timely as possible, and we understand that waiting to hear back can add to the anticipation. If you’re a potential fit, our team will reach out within two weeks to progress you to the next stage. If you don’t hear from us in that time, we encourage you to explore other opportunities with our team in the future, and we wish you the very best in your job search.