Professional Liability Associate

Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott LLC • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

Eckert Seamans, a national AmLaw 200 firm, seeks a motivated Associate to join our Professional Liability practice in Philadelphia. The ideal candidate will bring experience in defending health care providers, hospitals, and physicians in complex medical malpractice actions. Eckert Seamans’ Professional Liability team is among the most respected in the country, representing physicians and other health care professionals; hospitals, nursing homes, and healthcare systems; health insurance companies; pharmaceutical companies and professional corporations. We provide counseling and litigate matters concerning physician rights, medical malpractice defense, regulatory and licensure issues, guardianship proceedings/incapacitated patients, insurance issues, pharmacy liability, reimbursement, and other related matters. We also assist in developing and implementing risk management strategies concerning issues related to the application of peer review privilege and related confidentiality concerns for hospitals and other health care institutions. We frequently defend cases at jury trial and to verdict. We invite you to apply if you have relevant experience and are looking for an exciting opportunity in a growing, collaborative firm where your contributions are valued and integral to our continued success.

Requirements

• Five (5) to eight (8) years of relevant experience in medical malpractice defense work.
• Comfortable in all areas of case management and phases of litigation.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Exceptional legal and medical research skills, writing, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability and desire to manage a variety of active matters independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Pennsylvania bar admission required.

Responsibilities

• Defend health care providers, hospitals, and physicians in complex medical malpractice actions.
• Manage all areas of case management and phases of litigation.
• Draft pleadings and prepare and respond to discovery.
• Prepare motions and witnesses for deposition and trial testimony.
• Retain and collaborate with expert witnesses.
• Participate in trial preparation, trial, arbitration, mediation, and settlement negotiations.

Benefits

• Generous PTO and holiday schedule.
• Medical/Vision/Dental insurance.
• Hybrid work schedule.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401k plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees