Attorney needed for Dallas office

A law firm is seeking an Attorney for their Dallas, TX office.

Job Overview:

The Attorney will represent clients in medical malpractice cases, including defending healthcare institutions and professionals. They will draft legal documents, attend court hearings, and conduct depositions to advocate for clients.

Duties:

• Review and prepare summaries of medical records to advocate for clients effectively.
• Draft motions and attend hearings to represent clients in court.
• Prepare clients for depositions and attend depositions as necessary.
• Draft initial reports, interim reports, pre-trial reports, trials, and appellate activity.
• Respond to discovery requests and draft discovery-related motions.
• Regularly attend court appearances to ensure the best outcomes for clients.
• Take and defend depositions of fact witnesses and expert witnesses.

Requirements:

• 3-10 years of experience specializing in defending against medical malpractice claims.
• Experience in Medical Malpractice and General Liability defense.
• Admitted to practice in the State of Texas.
• Possess analytical and problem-solving skills to navigate complex legal issues effectively.
• Excellent research abilities and strong written and oral communication skills.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Texas.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to draft and respond to discovery-related motions.
• Experience in regularly attending court appearances.
• Proficiency in taking and defending depositions of witnesses.
• Familiarity with drafting motions for summary judgments.

This firm has office locations in Miami, Jacksonville, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Tampa, Orlando, Tallahassee, Louisville, West Palm Beach, Lexington, Chicago, Phoenix, U.S. Virgin Islands, Dallas, Atlanta, Michigan, Los Angeles, Panama City, and Pensacola. This large firm offers a wide range of practice areas in order to meet the needs of each client. The client always comes first with this firm, and the firm strives to exceed the needs of each client. This firm prides itself on not being another traditional law firm, but on thinking and acting differently.