Legal Nurse Consultant

Keller Postman represents a broad array of clients in class and mass actions, individual arbitrations, and multidistrict litigation matters at the trial and appellate levels in federal and state courts. Serving hundreds of thousands of clients in litigation and arbitration, we have prosecuted high-profile mass tort, antitrust, privacy, product liability, employment, and consumer-rights cases. Our firm also acts as plaintiffs’ counsel in high-stakes public-enforcement actions. Our mission is to achieve exceptional results for our clients, drive innovation in the practice of law, and pursue unparalleled excellence in everything we do.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Legal Nurse Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will use their nursing and medical expertise, along with a strong understanding of legal principles, to assist attorneys in preparing cases related to healthcare issues. This role involves coordinating medical-legal matters, managing medical records, and providing expert medical insights to support our legal team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Review and analyze medical records to provide attorneys with a clear understanding of medical facts and issues pertinent to legal cases.
• Prepare comprehensive chronologies, timelines, and summaries of medical records to aid in case preparation.
• Coordinate with third-party review teams, ensuring the accuracy and relevance of their work.
• Conduct searches for relevant medical literature and assist in related research activities.
• Work with attorneys to evaluate case strengths and weaknesses, including causation and damage issues.
• Educate attorneys and clients on medical matters related to the case, offering insights and clarifications as needed.
• Locate and prepare demonstrative evidence for use in trials.
• Assist with preparation for and support during depositions, trials, or alternative dispute resolution (ADR) processes.
• Provide expert medical opinions and insights on cases involving medical malpractice, personal injury, and other healthcare-related legal matters.
• Coordinate and manage medical-legal matters, including case evaluations, chronologies, and summaries of medical records.
• Oversee the preparation of legal documents, such as affidavits, declarations, and medical summaries.
• Educate and train legal staff on medical terminology, procedures, and issues relevant to their cases.
• Contact and confer with vendors to develop demonstrative evidence or gather information on costs related to healthcare services, supplies, or equipment.
• Provide support throughout discovery, depositions, trial, and other legal proceedings.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with an Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Legal Nurse Consultant certification (LNCC via the AALNC preferred).
• Demonstrated proficiency in medical and damages analyses.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and handle multiple cases simultaneously.
• 3-5 years of recent clinical experience in a hospital setting, with ICU and ER experience preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience.
• Proficient in personal injury law involving motor vehicle accidents preferred.
• Excellent time management, multi-tasking, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills with strict attention to detail.
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced high-volume environment.

We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a dedicated and experienced Legal Nurse Manager looking to make a significant impact in the legal field, we encourage you to apply.

To Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience.

Keller Postman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  For California Applicants, please find our CRPA information here.