Health Law Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced health law associate with 2-4 years of experience to join their team in Kansas City, MO. This position involves defending complex medical malpractice, correctional medicine, and long-term care litigation.

Duties

• Handle all aspects of cases from responsive pleadings to discovery and depositions.
• Strategize and evaluate cases under supervision.
• Collaborate with expert witnesses.
• Negotiate cases and prepare for mediations.
• Prepare for trial and attend mediations.
• Communicate with clients and other counsel.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience in health law or related fields.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to manage day-to-day case activities efficiently.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Missouri.

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverages.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA).
• Flexible vacation policy and 401(k) plan.
• Paid parking or transportation allowance.
• Billable credit for vacation time.
• Tuition reimbursement and marketing budget.
• Uber/Clothing allowance.
• Hybrid working environment with flexible schedules.
• Inclusive culture with affinity groups and committees.

This Missouri based law firm has a team of more than 150 attorneys. Its practice areas include business law, business litigation, intellectual property, products liability, and health law. The firm has offices in St. Louis, Clayton, and Kansas, Missouri and in O'Fallon, Edwardsville, and Carbondale, Illinois.