Healthcare Litigation & Malpractice Defense Attorney

A law firm is looking to welcome a driven and detail-oriented litigation attorney to its healthcare defense team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to engage in meaningful medical malpractice work on behalf of physicians, hospitals, and other healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate is a thoughtful strategist and self-starter who thrives in both collaborative and independent settings, possesses excellent written communication abilities, and is confident in client-facing environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the formation of defense strategies in medical liability matters alongside senior attorneys

• Prepare a variety of litigation documents, including pleadings, discovery requests/responses, legal memoranda, and motions

• Examine, interpret, and evaluate complex medical records for case analysis

• Attend and represent clients at depositions, pretrial conferences, hearings, and court appearances

• Collaborate with medical experts to support case development and testimony preparation

• Conduct detailed legal and medical research to support motions, strategies, and trial preparation

• Engage regularly with clients, ensuring proactive communication and case updates

• Assist in drafting persuasive briefs and effectively advocate positions in written form

• Coordinate efforts with other team members to ensure efficient case progress

Qualifications & Experience

• Must be licensed and in good standing to practice law in New York State

• 3–5 years of litigation experience, including at least 3 years of experience, ideally with a focus on medical malpractice, healthcare defense, or personal injury matters

• Proven ability to work independently and take initiative in managing responsibilities

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional legal writing, research, and analytical capabilities

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build client trust and rapport

• Capable of managing multiple deadlines and shifting priorities in a dynamic environment

• Meticulous organizational habits and the ability to work under pressure

• Skilled in identifying key issues quickly and implementing effective solutions

• Comfortable with both in-person courtroom proceedings and virtual collaboration

Perks & Advantages

• Access to a full suite of health and wellness programs

• Career advancement and continuing education support

• Collaborative work environment with mentorship and learning opportunities

• Annual discretionary performance-based bonus potential

• A supportive culture that values autonomy, growth, and team spirit

Interested candidates seeking to make an impact in healthcare litigation while enjoying a hybrid work environment are encouraged to apply through our recruiting team for confidential consideration.