Associate Attorney

Job Details

A growing litigation practice is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Medical Malpractice and Professional Liability team in Raleigh, North Carolina. This attorney will defend healthcare providers and professionals in civil litigation matters and assist clients with representation before licensing boards and regulatory bodies.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to join a growing practice where attorneys have the ability to make an impact while continuing to develop their litigation skills. You’ll work directly with experienced litigators, gain exposure to case strategy, client interaction, and courtroom advocacy.

• You’ll benefit from:
• - A collaborative team environment
• - Exposure to complex medical malpractice and professional liability matters
• - Mentorship from experienced litigators
• - Opportunities to grow client relationships
• - Meaningful ownership over cases and strategy
• - Competitive compensation and benefits
• - Long-term career growth within a growing office

Responsibilities

• Represent healthcare providers in medical malpractice and professional liability matters
• Manage all aspects of civil litigation from case evaluation through resolution
• Assist with discovery, depositions, motions, hearings, and trial preparation
• Develop litigation strategies in partnership with senior attorneys
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and insurers
• Prepare legal briefs, pleadings, motions, and correspondence
• Represent clients in matters involving professional licensing boards and administrative proceedings
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues
• Support business development and client relationship initiatives

Qualifications

• Active member in good standing of the North Carolina Bar
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience preferred
• Experience in medical malpractice, professional liability, healthcare defense, or insurance defense preferred
• Strong written and verbal advocacy skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities