Lateral Attorney - Medical Malpractice

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Medical Malpractice Attorney to join its office in Mount Laurel, NJ. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 8 years of experience representing healthcare facilities and providers across various medical specialties. This role offers an opportunity to develop advanced courtroom skills and participate in trials.

Duties

• Research and interpret facts and law in complex litigation cases.
• Perform analysis and provide opinions impacting clients.
• Research and prepare legal memoranda on diverse issues.
• Draft correspondence in response to client and official inquiries.
• Draft and respond to written discovery.
• Represent clients in legal proceedings, including court appearances and hearings.
• Prepare and enter daily time entries.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in medical malpractice.
• NJ Bar admission required; additional Bar admissions are a plus.
• Litigation experience required; trial experience preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Strong interpersonal skills for professional interactions with court officials and attorneys.
• Ability to generate new clients through networking and marketing.
• Self-motivated and entrepreneurial.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admission to the New Jersey Bar.

Skills

• Advanced research and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents and correspondence.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.

Benefits

• 100% paid single health insurance plus a portion of dependent costs.
• 401(k) match and profit sharing.

Established almost a century ago, this prestigious law firm has three offices in the state of New Jersey. It is comprised of a fairly large team of highly qualified attorneys and handles a broad range of issues related to administrative & government matters, business law, corporate law, defense litigation, personal injury law, school law, and wealth management.