Associate Attorney

CyberCoders; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical defense firm in New York seeks an Associate Attorney to focus on medical malpractice defense. You will work alongside experienced trial attorneys managing a significant caseload. The firm values exceptional communication skills and offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k

Generous parental leave policy

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school required.
• Admission to the New York State Bar necessary.
• Experience in civil litigation, preferably with medical malpractice.

Responsibilities

• Manage medical malpractice defense cases from inception to resolution.
• Draft pleadings and discovery responses, represent clients in court.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex legal projects.

Skills

Civil litigation

Medical malpractice defense

Written communication

Oral communication

Research

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Associate Attorney We are the largest and oldest medical defense firm in New York. We specialize in professional liability, medical, and healthcare litigation, covering matters such as medical malpractice, healthcare, employment, toxic torts, product liability, and more. We're seeking a dynamic *Associate Attorney* focusing on medical malpractice defense to work alongside our experienced trial attorneys in representing hospitals, academic medical centers, and a broad spectrum of healthcare professionals.
*In Return, We Offer:*

* Competitive Compensation Contingent On Experience
* Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k
* Generous parental leave policy to support work-life balance and family needs
*Who You Are:*

* Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
* Admission to the New York State Bar
* Civil litigation experience, with a strong preference for medical malpractice defense
* Exceptional written and oral communication skills to effectively interact with clients, colleagues, and opposing counsel
*What You Will Be Doing? *

* Independently manage a substantial caseload of medical malpractice defense cases from inception to resolution, including drafting pleadings, discovery responses, and conducting legal research.
* Draft, review, and respond to discovery documents and requests, ensuring thorough attention to detail and compliance with procedural requirements.
* Regularly represent clients in court for hearings, conferences, and motions, demonstrating strong advocacy and strategic skills.
* Work closely with Partners and other senior attorneys on complex legal projects, offering insights, conducting case analyses, and helping refine litigation strategies.
*Benefits*

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 03/17/2025 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. *CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer*

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please contact a member of our Human Resources team to make arrangements.