Plaintiff Medical Malpractice Litigation Attorney

This role is with a plaintiff medical malpractice litigation firm located in Southfield, known for a long history of successful trial results and training attorneys coming from the defense side.

Requirements

• Admitted to and in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan (and other applicable jurisdictions).
• 3+ years of experience in medical malpractice litigation, either defense or plaintiff side.
• Superior legal research, drafting, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to empathize with emotional and distraught individuals seeking legal assistance.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, records, anatomical drawings, laboratory tests, and medications, with the ability to explain or illustrate diagnoses of medical conditions.
• Solid organizational skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced litigation environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel); knowledge of Needles CMS, LawRuler, or similar intake and practice management software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research and investigate the law, facts, and medical aspects in a wide variety of medical negligence matters.
• Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, interrogatories, case evaluation summaries, and other legal documents.
• Analyze and summarize medical records, police reports, and other electronic and print documentation.
• Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel during litigation.
• Collaborate with shareholders, other associates, paralegals, and professional staff.
• Appear in federal and state courts for motions, hearings, conferences, and other proceedings.
• Interview and depose parties, witnesses, and experts, and prepare witnesses for deposition and trial examination.
• Participate in firm activities, meetings, and events.

Pay

$125,000 - $250,000 per year