Associate Attorney

Mchenry & Horan Pc; Village of Floral Park (NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

McHenry & Horan, P.C. in Uniondale, NY, seeks an attorney with 3-5 years' experience to join the Medical Malpractice team. The firm defends physicians, hospitals and healthcare providers in malpractice litigation and offers a collegial, growth‑oriented environment.

This hybrid role allows remote work up to 50% and requires strong writing skills, client interaction, and ability to work independently. Admission to the New York Bar is required, with prior experience in medical malpractice or

Qualifications

• Admission to practice in New York is required.
• 3+ years of medical malpractice/healthcare or personal injury litigation experience preferred.
• Strong writing, research and client communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with senior litigators to develop litigation strategy for medical malpractice defense.
• Draft and review pleadings, discovery, memos, briefs and other litigation documents.
• Analyze medical records and interact with medical experts.
• Represent clients in court and depositions, conferences, and hearings.
• Conduct legal and medical research and analysis; draft motions.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Verbal communication

Client interaction

Time management

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

New York Bar Admission

Job description

Job DescriptionMcHenry & Horan, P.C.

is a legacy medical malpractice defense firm with offices in Uniondale, NY. We are well respected for our expertise at all levels of litigation from inception through trial and appeals. Medical malpractice defense is the foundation of the firm's practice. McHenry & Horan, P.C. is known for an enriching, collegial workplace; the firm offers true opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

This position is for an attorney with 3-5 years' experience to join the Medical Malpractice team in our Uniondale office, which represents physicians and all other professional healthcare providers, hospitals and other healthcare facilities in all manners of Medical Malpractice litigation. This position is hybrid in nature and requires a disciplinedindividual capable of working remotely up to 50% of the time. We are looking for a bright, highly motivated and proactive attorney with excellent writing skills, someone with the willingness and capability to act independently andcomfortable with client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with senior litigators to develop litigation strategy for the defense of medical malpractice actions
• Draft and review pleadings and discovery, memos, briefs and other legal correspondence and litigation documents
• Analysis of medical records
• Represent clients in court
• Participate in depositions, conferences, hearings and all other aspects of medical malpractice litigation
• Interact with medical experts
• Conduct legal and medical research and analysis
• Draft motions
• Work cooperatively with others; and
• Interact with clients.

Education and Experience Required

• Admission to practice in New York
• At least 3 years of experience preferably in medical malpractice/ healthcare litigation, or personal injury litigation. Other areas of litigation experience will be considered for the right candidate.

Skills and Abilities Required

• Strong legal research, writing and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to interact with clients and command client confidence;
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills;
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

NY Comprehensive Total Rewards Package

McHenry & Horan, P.C. is proud to offer comprehensive health and well-being benefits, personal and professional development, career growth opportunities and a collegial and supportive culture. The anticipated pay range for this role is $125,000 - $150,000, which represents our good faith and reasonable estimate of the starting salary range as of August, 2025. In addition, this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors, including qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data and consideration of internal equity.