Medical Malpractice Defense Associate Attorney

A law firm in Fairfax is seeking a Medical Malpractice Defense Associate Attorney with 2-6 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate should have Virginia State Bar membership, superior legal analysis and writing ability, with judicial clerkships being a plus. Experience in medical malpractice defense, insurance defense, or personal injury litigation is preferred, along with experience in motions practice and conducting depositions.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis related to medical malpractice defense cases.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Communicate effectively with clients, experts, and opposing counsel.
• Assist in case management and strategy development.
• Attend court proceedings and represent clients in hearings.

Requirements:

• Virginia State Bar membership.
• 2-6 years of relevant legal experience.
• Superior legal analysis and writing ability.
• Judicial clerkships are a plus.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Virginia State Bar membership.

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with motions practice.
• Ability to take and defend depositions.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Founded in the last quarter of the twentieth century, this top-quality law firm claims that the talent, creativity, and good judgment of its attorneys give it the depth and flexibility required to efficiently handle and successfully solve a wide variety of legal challenges that is not found in most of its contemporaries. The firm's attorneys expertly handle all aspects of a civil practice, including matters related to business law, commercial litigation, family law, personal injury, real estate, tax, and trusts and estates.