Associate Attorney, Medical Malpractice Defense- 3664050
About The Position
Our law firm client in Atlanta, GA is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join its growing Medical Malpractice Defense practice. The firm offers an excellent work-life balance, a collaborative environment, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced trial attorneys on complex, high-exposure matters. The firm is open to attorneys with a range of experience levels and backgrounds. At least 3 years of defense-side litigation experience is required, with experience in medical malpractice, professional liability, healthcare litigation, or insurance defense preferred. This is an excellent opportunity for an insurance defense attorney looking to expand into medical malpractice.
Requirements
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Licensed and in good standing with the Georgia Bar
- 3+ years of defense-side litigation experience required
- Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
- Ability to manage multiple matters while maintaining strong attention to detail
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Nice To Haves
- Medical malpractice, professional liability, healthcare litigation, or insurance defense experience preferred
- Deposition and courtroom experience strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Defend physicians, hospitals, healthcare professionals, and other clients in medical malpractice and professional liability matters
- Manage cases from inception through resolution, including discovery, depositions, motions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation
- Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery
- Take and defend depositions, including depositions of medical professionals and expert witnesses
- Review and analyze medical records and work closely with expert witnesses
- Participate in hearings, mediations, and court appearances
- Develop litigation strategies and evaluate liability, damages, and overall case exposure
- Communicate directly with clients regarding case strategy, developments, and risk
Benefits
- performance bonus
- benefits
- Excellent work-life balance
- Collaborative and supportive firm environment
- Opportunity to work directly with experienced trial attorneys
- Hands-on litigation and courtroom exposure
- Complex, high-value cases
- Strong opportunity for professional growth and development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
