Associate Attorney - Medical Malpractice & Healthcare Liability Defense
Job Description
Job Description
SUMMARY:
Our client is an established litigation-focused law firm in Southern California, dedicated to providing strategic, responsive, and effective legal representation. The firm handles matters in state and federal courts, as well as arbitration and mediation proceedings, with a strong commitment to professional integrity, client service, and achieving favorable outcomes. The firm is seeking an Associate Attorney - Medical Malpractice & Healthcare Liability Defense
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Handle and support litigation matters involving medical malpractice, healthcare liability, and general liability defense.
- Conduct legal research, case analysis, and interpret relevant statutes, case law, and procedural rules.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other litigation documents.
- Assist with case strategy, preparation for hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and trials.
- Appear in court and participate in arbitration and mediation proceedings as appropriate.
- Communicate with clients and provide practical legal guidance.
- Participate in settlement negotiations and other case resolution efforts.
- Manage multiple matters, deadlines, and case-related responsibilities effectively.
- Collaborate with senior attorneys and colleagues to ensure quality legal representation.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.
- Experience in civil litigation, medical malpractice, healthcare liability, or general liability defense is preferred.
- Prior litigation, clerkship, or comparable legal experience will be considered.
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Ability to draft litigation documents and effectively present legal arguments.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
- Ability to manage multiple cases, prioritize deadlines, and work independently as well as collaboratively.
- Strong professional judgment, attention to detail, and commitment to ethical legal practice.
Benefits
- 401(k) / Retirement Plan
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Hybrid Work Arrangement
\nCompany Description
Protouch Staffing is a trusted staffing partner specializing in connecting skilled professionals with top employers. While we originally focused on healthcare staffing, we’ve expanded into legal and other domains to meet evolving workforce needs across industries.
Company Description
Protouch Staffing is a trusted staffing partner specializing in connecting skilled professionals with top employers. While we originally focused on healthcare staffing, we’ve expanded into legal and other domains to meet evolving workforce needs across industries.