Associate Attorney

Australia-Employment; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k)

CLE & Bar Dues

Job summary

Jobot in West Palm Beach, FL seeks an Associate Attorney to represent healthcare providers in medical malpractice and professional liability matters. You will manage cases from inception to resolution, draft pleadings, and participate in depositions and trial preparation.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in healthcare litigation, strong writing and research skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities. On-site, permanent role with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active member in good standing of the Florida Bar required.
• 3+ years of experience handling medical malpractice, professional liability, healthcare litigation, or related defense matters.
• Long-term care, nursing home, assisted living, or healthcare provider defense experience strongly preferred.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent healthcare providers in medical malpractice and professional liability matters.
• Manage assigned cases from inception through resolution.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and correspondence.
• Participate in depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Assist with case strategy, evaluation, and litigation planning.
• Communicate effectively with clients, insurers, opposing counsel, and experts.
• Provide representation and guidance in matters involving healthcare licensing boards.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups on complex matters.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Advocacy skills

Education

Florida Bar admission

Job description

Associate Attorney

$120000 - $185000 per year | West Palm Beach, FL | On-site | Permanent

Medical Malpractice + Professional Liability Attorney | Healthcare Defense + Litigation | Florida Bar Required | West Palm Beach | $$$

A bit about us:

Our firm is a nationally recognized litigation and business law firm with a strong presence across multiple offices. We represent a diverse range of clients, including healthcare providers, corporations, insurers, and professionals, in complex litigation and regulatory matters. Our attorneys work collaboratively across practice groups, providing sophisticated legal representation while maintaining a culture focused on mentorship, professional growth, and client service.

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to join a growing legal team where attorneys have the ability to take meaningful ownership of their cases while learning from experienced litigators. You will work on sophisticated medical malpractice and professional liability matters, collaborate directly with clients, and gain exposure to complex litigation and regulatory issues affecting healthcare providers.

The firm offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career development, client interaction, and long-term advancement.

Benefits Include:

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• CLE & Bar Dues

Job Details

Our client, a growing litigation-focused law firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Medical Malpractice and Professional Liability practice group in West Palm Beach, Florida. This attorney will represent healthcare providers in civil litigation matters and assist with regulatory and licensing matters involving healthcare professionals.

The ideal candidate will have experience defending medical malpractice, professional liability, or related healthcare matters and will be comfortable managing cases, developing strategy, communicating with clients, and collaborating with experienced litigators.

Responsibilities:

• Represent healthcare providers in medical malpractice and professional liability matters
• Manage assigned cases from inception through resolution
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and correspondence
• Participate in depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation
• Assist with case strategy, evaluation, and litigation planning
• Communicate effectively with clients, insurers, opposing counsel, and experts
• Provide representation and guidance in matters involving healthcare licensing boards
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups on complex matters

Qualifications:

• Active member in good standing of the Florida Bar required
• 3+ years of experience handling medical malpractice, professional liability, healthcare litigation, or related defense matters
• Long-term care, nursing home, assisted living, or healthcare provider defense experience strongly preferred
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills

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