Associate Attorney - Medical Malpractice

Mayer LLP • Houston, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Mayer LLP is hiring an Associate Attorney focused on Medical Malpractice. The role involves handling cases from beginning to end, providing legal research, analysis, strategy, and counsel, and representing clients through litigation proceedings. The attorney will work with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and colleagues in a collaborative, business-driven legal environment.

The position is hybrid, with three days per week in the office and two days at home. The role may require travel when necessary. Mayer LLP provides technology platforms including Westlaw, Harvey AI, Coyote PointOne, and iManage. Compensation is $110,000–$165,000 per year, commensurate with experience and bar admission date, with the opportunity to earn additional quarterly bonuses tied to monthly billables.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Texas.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent oral communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Willingness to travel when necessary.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in medical malpractice, complex litigation, wrongful death, or similar matters.
• Previous experience working on cases with high exposure ($10M+).

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and provide legal analysis on issues related to medical malpractice.
• Develop case strategies, evaluate settlement value, and advise clients on their rights and legal options.
• Lead cases from beginning to end.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Participate in case strategy discussions and negotiations.
• Manage case files and maintain accurate, organized records.
• Attend continuing legal education courses to stay current on medical malpractice legal developments.

Benefits

• Competitive quarterly bonus plan based on monthly billables, with the ability to earn an additional $52,000 annually.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits effective the first day of the month after starting.
• 10 company holidays and 4 early release days.
• Hybrid schedule: 3 days per week in the office and 2 days per week at home.
• 401(k) with firm match based on previous-year revenue; in 2024, the firm matched up to 6%.
• Employee referral bonus of $2,000–$4,000.
• Annual bar dues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree