Attorney - Medical Malpractice Litigation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Medical Malpractice Litigation Attorney to join its practice group in Denver, Colorado. The ideal candidate will have a background in defending medical malpractice cases and will benefit from a hybrid working schedule, with three days in the office and two days working remotely.

Duties

• Travel as required for case needs.
• Interact with insurance claims representatives for case assessment and strategy.
• Handle own files and matters independently.
• Take and defend fact and expert depositions.
• Engage and prepare experts, including disclosures and reporting.
• Manage all facets of pre-trial discovery and preparation.
• Draft and argue pre-trial motions.
• Oversee large document production and database management.
• Lead mediations as first chair.
• Delegate tasks to paralegals effectively.
• Conduct trials or arbitrations as first chair.
• Manage schedule and payment claims.
• Participate in marketing and business development activities.
• Draft publications, articles, or legal presentations.

Requirements

• Currently licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado.

Education

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

Certifications

• Bar admission in Colorado.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in legal research and document drafting.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Financial stability.
• Comprehensive benefits, many fully paid by the firm.
• Flexible time off policy.
• Hybrid working schedule.
• Professional yet business casual work environment.
• Respectful and collegial culture.
• Onsite training for continuous learning.
• Access to current technology and in-house IT support.

This mid-sized Denver firm practices in the areas of business transactions, commercial litigation, employment and insurance, along with representation in the areas of environmental, estate planning, governmental contracting, health care, intellectual property, professional and product liability, and real estate. With over 50 years of experience in the legal industry, this firm does substantive work in most practice areas. This is one of Colorado's most respected law firms. In the Colorado legal community, this firm has earned the reputation for on-time delivery of legal services and consistently has provided cost effective representation.