Medical Liability Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Medical Liability Litigation Associate Attorney to join its team in Covington, KY. This role involves working on healthcare litigation and medical liability cases, offering a hybrid working model and comprehensive benefits. The successful candidate will join a team of experienced litigators with extensive knowledge of medical legal issues and the healthcare system.

Duties

• Draft pleadings and discovery documents.
• Work with clients to prepare discovery responses.
• Prepare and argue motions.
• Conduct legal research and writing.
• Participate in depositions.
• Assist with trial preparation and trial.
• Manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Independently manage cases.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Excellent drafting, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Outstanding academic records and litigation experience, preferably in healthcare or medical liability/malpractice.
• 1-7 years of experience practicing as an associate attorney.
• Must be licensed to practice law in Kentucky and/or Ohio.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Kentucky and/or Ohio.

Skills

• Strong drafting and writing skills.
• Analytical and research skills.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Organizational and multitasking abilities.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Pet insurance and pet discount program.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Generous holiday schedule.

This firm has over 55 years of experience and 2 offices in Ohio and Kentucky. Thirty-nine qualified attorneys are staffed at the firm. There are ten practice groups such as administrative law-zoning, business organizations-taxation, civil litigation and technology. Community outreach endeavors are supported during the year. Attorneys at the firm are recipients of top honors from industry publications.