Litigation Attorney (Med/Mal)

About the role

A permanent litigation attorney position focusing on medical malpractice. The role involves managing a caseload from inception to resolution, conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, representing clients, collaborating with experts, negotiating settlements, and providing regular updates.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of complex medical malpractice cases from inception to resolution.
• Conduct thorough legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
• Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and agreements.
• Represent clients before courts, arbitration panels, and other tribunals.
• Collaborate with physicians, skilled nursing professionals, and other experts to gather evidence and build strong cases.
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our clients.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of laws, regulations, and industry trends related to medical malpractice.
• Provide regular case status updates to clients and firm partners.
• Foster positive relationships with clients, colleagues, and court personnel.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar and in good standing.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Litigation Attorney, with a focus on medical malpractice.
• Proven experience working with physicians and skilled nursing professionals on legal cases.
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines concurrently.
• Strong negotiation and client management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Proficient in legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar and in good standing.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Litigation Attorney, with a focus on medical malpractice.
• Proven experience working with physicians and skilled nursing professionals on legal cases.
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines concurrently.
• Strong negotiation and client management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Proficient in legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

Employer paid healthcare benefits, 401k with a 6% match at 50%, 1600-1700 billable hours, and flexible work schedule with 4 days in-office and work-from-home options.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible work schedule with 4 days in-office and work-from-home options.

Skills

Seasoned Litigation Attorney with a passion for medical malpractice law and a commitment to client service.

Benefits

Employer paid healthcare benefits, 401k with a 6% match at 50%, 1600-1700 billable hours, and flexible work schedule with 4 days in-office and work-from-home options.

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