Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney in Lake Success, NY. This full-time position offers partial remote work opportunities and requires 3-8 years of experience in medical malpractice/liability defense. The role involves working in a dynamic environment with a focus on high exposure cases.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and draft motions.
• Communicate effectively with clients.
• Handle court appearances independently.
• Manage written discovery demands.
• Conduct depositions and draft related documents.
• Collaborate with team members and work independently.
• Manage a substantial caseload efficiently.

Requirements

• 3-8 years of experience in medical malpractice/liability defense.
• Admitted to practice in New York.
• Superior research and writing skills.
• Ability to handle high exposure cases.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in New York.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Generous Paid-Time-Off (PTO) plan.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Short and Long Term Disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Dependent Care Account.
• Commuter Expense Account.

Areas of concentration are civil trial and appellate litigation. Law offices are based in Lake Success and New York, New York. Thirty-five skilled attorneys comprise the firm. There are six core areas of practice. A few of their practice disciplines are appellate practice, general liability defense and insurance litigation.