Associate Attorney

Partners Legal Search; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance (employer-paid)

Disability insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid vacation, sick, and personal time

Family and medical leave

Flexible spending accounts

CLE support

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Partners Legal Search seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney with 3–7 years of experience to join its Healthcare Practice Group in Philadelphia, PA. The role involves handling complex healthcare litigation, including medical malpractice, for hospitals and health systems.

You will work alongside seasoned trial attorneys, gain client contact opportunities, and participate in courtroom proceedings and strategy development in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar is required.
• 3–7 years of litigation experience.
• Healthcare litigation or medical malpractice defense experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex healthcare litigation and medical malpractice matters.
• Represent hospitals and healthcare systems in high-exposure litigation.
• Work on cases involving catastrophic injuries and complex medical issues.
• Participate in case strategy, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Maintain direct client communication and collaborate with legal teams.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Client communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Litigation Associate Attorney – Healthcare / Medical Malpractice

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Experience: 3–7 Years

Practice Area: Healthcare Litigation / Medical Malpractice

An established and highly regarded law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 3–7 years of experience to join its growing Healthcare Practice Group in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious attorney to handle complex, high‑stakes healthcare litigation, including medical malpractice matters involving catastrophic injuries and significant losses. The firm represents leading hospitals, health systems, and healthcare institutions throughout Pennsylvania.

The successful candidate will work alongside accomplished trial attorneys and gain meaningful experience through direct client contact, courtroom opportunities, and hands‑on involvement in complex litigation.

What You’ll Do

• Handle complex healthcare litigation and medical malpractice matters.
• Represent hospitals, healthcare systems, and other healthcare institutions in high-exposure litigation.
• Work on cases involving catastrophic injuries, significant damages, and complex medical issues.
• Participate in case strategy, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative professionals to deliver effective legal representation.
• Maintain direct client communication and participate in litigation-related meetings and proceedings.
• Develop trial advocacy skills through courtroom experience and professional development opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

• Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar is required.
• 3–7 years of litigation experience.
• Healthcare litigation or medical malpractice defense experience is strongly preferred.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong oral advocacy and case management abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong interpersonal and client communication skills.
• A proactive, motivated, and detail‑oriented approach to legal practice.

The firm offers a competitive compensation package, bonus opportunities, and comprehensive benefits, including:

• Competitive salary and performance‑based bonus opportunities.
• Medical and dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Employer‑paid life insurance and supplemental life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with employer matching contributions.
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal time.
• Family and medical leave.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) support.
• Employee assistance program.
• Additional employee wellness and support programs.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Join a well‑established legal practice recognized for its work in complex healthcare and medical malpractice litigation. The firm offers a collaborative, team‑oriented environment where attorneys are supported through mentorship, professional development, and meaningful opportunities to grow their practices.

Additional highlights include:

• Flexible hybrid work arrangement with a combination of remote and in‑office work.
• State‑of‑the‑art technology and 24/7 IT support.
• Direct client interaction and opportunities to work with prominent healthcare institutions.
• Trial advocacy training and hands‑on courtroom experience.
• Mentorship from experienced and highly regarded trial attorneys.
• A supportive culture that emphasizes collaboration, professional development, and career advancement
• Compensation is negotiable and based on years of experience.