Associate Attorney - Medical Malpractice/Personal Injury

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate attorney specializing in medical malpractice and personal injury to join their team in Anaheim, CA. The successful candidate will engage in active litigation, handling cases from inception to trial, and will work collaboratively with a dedicated team to achieve maximum client recovery.

Duties

• Handle all aspects of litigation, including case strategy, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Represent clients in court, mediation, depositions, and arbitration.
• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, and settlement agreements.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Manage caseload independently while collaborating with attorneys and support staff.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active State Bar membership in applicable job location.
• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in medical malpractice and personal injury law.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active State Bar membership.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proficient in managing multiple priorities.

Benefits

• Company culture fostering career growth and opportunity.
• Paid membership dues to professional organizations and MCLE courses.
• Health, dental, life, vision, and pet insurance plans.
• Paid time off starting from the first day of work.
• Generous 401k and profit-sharing plan.