Associate Attorney

Jobot; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

BONUS

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Permanent Associate Attorney to join our medical malpractice defense team in a hybrid role. The attorney will manage end-to-end litigation, collaborate with partners on strategy, and coordinate with expert witnesses while maintaining a high-volume billable hours target.

The ideal candidate has a JD, 3+ years in medical malpractice defense, and active state bar status, with excellent writing and advocacy skills and strong collaboration abilities.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active State Bar in good standing.
• Exceptional writing and advocacy skills.
• Ability to collaborate on case strategy and work with expert witnesses.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of medical malpractice defense cases.
• Draft, review, and argue motions, pleadings, and discovery documents.
• Collaborate with partners to develop case strategy.
• Meet a billable hour requirement of 1950 hours per year (162.5 per month).
• Cover depositions, mediations, and court appearances.
• Communicate with expert witnesses, clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.

Skills

Excellent writing

Advocacy skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Tools

Legal software

Microsoft Office

Job description

HYBRID / Attorney / Medical Mal Practice

Salary: $100,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us

We are trial attorneys with particular expertise in the areas of medical malpractice, products liability, personal injury, construction, and mediation/arbitration. The firm’s attorneys possess strong academic credentials; broad litigation experience; and diverse skills. are dedicated to providing excellence in both results and in service to our clients. We do not hesitate to take cases to trial and always remain ready to defend our clients.

Why join us

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• BONUS

Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic, highly skilled, and experienced Permanent Associate Attorney to join our team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with a passion for litigation and a keen interest in the medical malpractice defense field. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a caseload from start to finish, collaborating with partners on case strategy, and working closely with expert witnesses. This role requires excellent writing and advocacy skills, a high level of attention to detail, and the ability to handle a high volume of billable hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of medical malpractice defense cases, litigation matters.
• Draft, review, and argue motions, pleadings, and discovery documents.
• Collaborate closely with partners and other team members to develop and implement case strategy.
• Consistently meet a billable hour requirement of 1950 hours per year/162.5 per month.
• Cover depositions, mediations, and court appearances.
• Conduct telephone calls with expert witnesses, clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Provide comprehensive legal assistance and advice to clients.
• Stay updated on recent changes in laws and regulations related to medical malpractice defense.
• Work in a hybrid model, with a combination of remote and in-office work.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience as an attorney, specifically in medical malpractice defense.
• Active member in good standing with the State Bar.
• Demonstrated experience in drafting pleadings, discovery documents, and other legal documents.
• Exceptional writing and advocacy skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with a team on case strategy.
• Experience in covering depositions and conducting telephone calls with expert witnesses.
• Ability to consistently meet a high billable hour requirement.
• Familiarity with legal software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical standards.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.