Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks an experienced and motivated Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney to join its defense team in downtown Indianapolis, IN. This position is ideal for a candidate with a strong background in medical malpractice defense, who is eager to contribute to a collaborative team while managing a diverse caseload. The successful candidate will handle a wide range of responsibilities, from legal research to attending medical review panel meetings and trial practice.

Duties:

• Conduct written discovery, including drafting and responding to interrogatories, requests for production, and admissions
• Review and summarize medical records, identifying key facts to support legal arguments
• Perform in-depth legal and medical research to build case strategies and support defense arguments
• Meet with clients to discuss case details, updates, and strategy development
• Attend and represent clients at depositions, mediations, hearings, and medical review panel meetings
• Prepare and argue legal briefs, motions, and other litigation documents
• Participate in appellate practice and handle appeals as necessary
• Represent clients in medical licensing board hearings
• Support trial preparation and actively participate in trials when needed

Requirements:

• Must be licensed to practice law in Indiana
• Strong background in medical malpractice defense or related litigation experience
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to independently manage cases and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to build relationships with clients and medical professionals
• Willingness to handle a variety of legal tasks, from discovery to trial

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active bar membership in good standing with the Indiana State Bar

Skills:

• Expertise in medical malpractice defense and healthcare law
• Proficient in drafting and reviewing legal documents, including medical records summaries
• Ability to conduct legal and medical research with precision
• Strong client management and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience with depositions, hearings, and trial practice
• Knowledge of medical licensing board processes

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays starting in the first year
• Support for continuing education and professional development

Located in Indianapolis, this firm is dedicated to taking each client's case to court, and delivering successful results. This firm's culture revolves around the idea that the best legal counsel offered would do a client no good if it could not be brought to court and tried. This firm knows how to try cases, and does an excellent job. This firm focuses on civil litigation, and provides each client with both efficient and effective representation. This firm's areas of practice include: appellate practice, employment litigation, drug and medical devices, medical malpractice defense, non-competition agreements, administrative law, commercial litigation, general litigation, insurance coverage, and products liability.