Medical Malpractice Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a third- to fifth-year associate with medical malpractice litigation experience in Tampa, FL. The role involves handling cases in both federal and state courts within Florida and nationwide, offering significant opportunities for litigation and trial experience.

Duties

• Assist in medical malpractice litigation in federal and state courts.
• Contribute to a national practice with a focus on trial growth.
• Collaborate effectively within a close-knit team.
• Manage client matters independently when required.

Requirements

• Admitted to practice in Florida.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Demonstrated writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Clerkship experience preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Florida.

Skills

• Strong litigation and trial skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships.

Benefits

• Opportunities for litigation and trial growth.
• Experience with a national practice.

For more than a century, this law firm has been recognized as one of the most trusted, skilled, and effective law firms in the United States. It employs approximately 225 attorneys in seven offices. Its lawyers and government consultants are regarded as highly skilled professionals who get the job done through diligence and unparalleled commitment to the highest standards of client service. Based in Florida, they have extensive experience in all areas of international business and related fields. They handle high-stakes class-action and mass tort litigation; significant mergers, acquisitions, and securities offerings; a full range of intellectual property counseling, registration, and litigation; environmental, land use, and real property representation; governmental consulting; commercial financing representation; construction advice, mediation, and litigation; and other legal counseling and business dispute resolution services. They provide enhanced services, resources, and an expanded legal network to nearly two-thirds of the Fortune 100 companies.