Med Mal Litigation Associate - Medical Malpractice/Healthcare - Various Locations
About The Position
Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP is a leading medical malpractice defense firm with 130+ lawyers and nine offices in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and California. The firm’s medical malpractice group is well respected for its expertise at all levels of litigation from inception through trial and appeals. In addition to serving clients in the states where our offices are located, the firm also acts as national counsel in various high exposure matters. Medical malpractice is one of the cornerstones of the firm’s practice. Known for an enriching, collegial workplace, the firm offers true opportunities for professional growth and advancement. This position is for an attorney with 0+ years’ experience to join the Medical Malpractice team which represents physicians and all other professional healthcare providers, hospitals and other healthcare facilities in all manners of Medical Malpractice litigation. We are looking for a bright, highly motivated and proactive attorney with excellent writing skills – someone with the willingness and capability to act independently and comfortable with client interaction.
Requirements
- Admission to practice in New York
- Strong legal research, writing and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interact with clients and command client confidence
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with senior litigators to develop litigation strategy for the defense of medical malpractice actions
- Draft and review pleadings and discovery, memos, briefs and other legal correspondence and litigation documents
- Analysis of medical records
- Represent clients in court
- Participate in depositions, conferences, hearings and all other aspects of medical malpractice litigation
- Interact with medical experts
- Conduct legal and medical research and analysis
- Draft motions
- Work cooperatively with others
- Interact with clients
Benefits
- The firm also offers comprehensive health and well-being benefits, personal and professional development, career growth opportunities and a collegial and supportive culture.
- this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
