Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney

Morrison Mahoney LLP•Boston, MA

1d•$135 - $165•Hybrid

About The Position

Morrison Mahoney LLP is hiring a mid-level Associate Attorney for its Medical Malpractice Defense / Long-Term Care Facilities litigation team. The associate will manage a diverse caseload from start to finish, with autonomy and collaboration, and will work alongside experienced attorneys on complex, high-value matters. The position offers meaningful responsibility, mentorship, hands-on litigation experience, and opportunities for professional growth. The associate will draft status reports, pleadings, motions, and discovery; manage deadlines and advance cases; prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, and trials; help develop litigation strategies; and communicate proactively with clients, experts, and colleagues. The role also includes legal research and preparing memoranda, as well as providing clients with status updates and strategic guidance.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
Admission to the Massachusetts State Bar.
3–5 years of civil litigation experience.
Experience in Massachusetts state and federal courts.
Experience taking and defending depositions and leading discovery.
Strong advocacy skills.
Proficiency in drafting and arguing dispositive motions.
Ability to perform legal research.

Responsibilities

Manage a diverse caseload from start to finish.
Draft status reports, pleadings, motions, and discovery.
Meet critical deadlines and drive matters forward.
Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, and trials.
Develop litigation strategies with clients, experts, and colleagues.
Maintain professional client communications, including status updates and strategic guidance.
Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda.
Work with partners on complex, high-value matters.