Healthcare Litigation Attorney

Mandelbaum Barrett PC•Roseland, NJ

About The Position

Mandelbaum Barrett PC is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney with 7+ years of experience in commercial/ complex litigation. Experience in healthcare and/or employment litigation matters is ideal. The firm is particularly interested in attorneys who are self-starters, write well, and have first- or second-chair experience handling trials and/or arbitrations. This role offers the opportunity to join their established and growing Commercial Litigation Department and their Healthcare and Employment Litigation Practice Groups, with a competitive compensation package and excellent professional development opportunities.

Requirements

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
Admission to the New Jersey Bar required; New York admission is also a plus (or willingness to obtain).
7+ years of legal experience, including taking and defending depositions and first or second-chair trial experience.
Excellent communication, writing, negotiation, and analytical skills.
Demonstrated integrity, sound judgment, and professionalism.
Team-oriented with strong leadership, mentoring, and relationship-building abilities.
Adaptable, intellectually curious, and capable of handling complex legal and business issues.

Nice To Haves

Experience in healthcare and/or employment litigation matters.
New York admission (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

Handle a broad range of litigation proceedings from inception through resolution, focusing mostly on healthcare and employment litigation matters.
Draft and argue motions, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and briefs.
Conduct and defend depositions.
Represent clients in court, arbitration, and administrative hearings.
Develop and execute litigation and defense strategies.
Manage multiple cases independently with strong attention to detail and deadlines.
Support related practice groups, as needed.
Contribute to process improvements within the department.