Associate Attorney - Health Care

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Associate Attorney to join their team in Philadelphia, PA. The candidate will assist in the defense of medical malpractice cases, working primarily under two shareholders within a team of eight lawyers.

Duties

• Defend medical malpractice claims.
• Collaborate with a team on catastrophic casualty and long-term care cases.
• Develop and enhance legal skills through active case involvement.
• Contribute to the firm's growth and support colleagues in their professional development.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of experience in legal practice.
• Interest in defending medical malpractice claims.
• Steady and consistent work history preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Pennsylvania.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits package.
• Multiple financial bonus opportunities throughout the year.
• Firm-funded lifestyle account.

This firm has a well-deserved reputation for promoting innovation and diversity within its ranks. The firm is consistently rated in the top 25% of all 250+ attorney national firms in regards to its minority hiring practices and its utilization of cutting edge technology and reputation for personal service earn the firm kudos from clients. Its attorneys seem to be content as well based upon the firm's amazingly low turnover rate. Practice areas include: appellate advocacy, construction defects, employment, environmental and toxic torts, IP, insurance coverage, medical devices and pharmaceutical, securities and investment, sports and entertaiment, workers compensation, transportation, technology and automobile, general, healthcare, liquor, products, professional, railroad and retail liability.