Associate Attorney

Hall Booth Smith, P.C.; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hall Booth Smith, P.C.'s West Palm Beach office seeks an experienced Medical Malpractice Attorney to join a growing team, contribute to case strategy, and build strong relationships with firm clients.

Candidates should have 1–3 years of civil defense experience in medical malpractice or long-term care, a Florida J.D., and active Florida Bar membership, plus skills in research, drafting motions, court procedures, and oral advocacy to lead defense matters.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in civil defense litigation focusing on medical malpractice/long-term care (preferred).
• Juris Doctor degree and active Florida Bar membership.
• Proficiency in drafting and filing motions and legal documents.
• Experience with court procedures and hearings, depositions.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to develop and execute defense strategies and manage case responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of medical malpractice/long term care defense cases.
• Locate and identify medical experts to review and opine on matters.
• Attend court hearings, conduct depositions, facilitate trial preparation, and provide client representation.
• Consult and counsel with clients, communicating updates and comprehensive legal advice.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, prepare legal documents, and respond to discovery.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Case management

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

The West Palm, Florida office of Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is growing and is seeking an experienced Medical Malpractice Attorney. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team, work alongside experienced litigators, contribute to case strategy and development, and build strong relationships with firm clients.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of medical malpractice/long term care defense cases
• Locate and identify medical experts in various specialties to review and opine on matters
• Attend court hearings, conduct depositions, facilitate trial preparation, and provide superior client representation
• Consult and counsel with clients, effectively communicating on cases, providing consistent updates and comprehensive legal advice
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, prepare legal documents, and prepare and respond to discovery

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-3 years' experience in civil defense litigation, specifically focused on medical malpractice and/or long-term care, preferably with administrative law experience
• Juris Doctor degree and active membership in good standing in the Florida Bar
• Proficiency in drafting and filing Motions and legal documentation
• Experience in Court legal procedures and participating in hearingsAbility to conduct depositions, prepare witnesses or examining parties for testimony, and conduct pre-suit investigation interviews with medical staff, employees, etc.
• Strong legal research, legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to develop and execute defense litigation strategies, exercise sound judgment, and effectively manage case responsibilities

About Hall Booth Smith

Established in 1989, HBS is a full-service law firm headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Experienced across a wide range of legal disciplines, HBS attorneys pride themselves on providing knowledgeable, proactive, client-specific counsel to individuals, domestic and international corporations, state and federal agencies, and nonprofit organizations. The firm’s promise: “Serving to Achieve Excellence.”
HBS currently has nearly 400 attorneys spread across 30 offices in 12 states. HBS prides itself on its firm and individual staff accolades. It has been consistently selected by the Atlanta Journal Constitution as one of Atlanta's Top Workplaces since 2008 as well as recognized on the Top Workplaces USA lists, and our offices continuously receive regional awards for employee quality and service. The firm is committed to providing a supportive environment for attorneys to represent clients with excellence and to develop and grow in their practice.

Diversity & Inclusion

HBS is committed to cultivating an environment of inclusion, which we believe contributes to the overall success of all individuals. We are committed to a cohesive and productive work environment in which our different cultures, backgrounds, ethnicities, and perspectives are communicated, understood, and embraced to enrich our employees and best serve our clients.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Our Firm is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit to ensure the best fit in every position.
The Firm is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit to ensure the best fit in every position. HBS prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identification, religion, religious belief or affiliation, marital status, same-sex partner status, family status, veteran status, age, genetic information, national origin or ancestry, social origin or condition, ethnic origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including, but not limited to genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS status), pregnancy, sexual orientation, political belief or affiliation, being a victim of domestic violence, being a victim (or subject of) sexual aggression and/or stalking or being perceived as such, reproductive health choices, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, commonwealth or local laws (Protected Characteristics).
The Firm also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any Protected Characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful and specifically prohibited at the Firm. This policy applies to all personnel and employment practices, including the following: hiring, promotion, transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination, compensation, benefits, performance management, selection for training, educational programs, and other similar employment decisions.

Benefits

HBS offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage along with retirement savings plans and disability insurance options. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program to aid with work-life balance and related concerns as well as flexible time off plans encompassing accrued Paid Time Off (PTO), paid parental leave, paid holidays, and multiple other options to help work with employee schedules as needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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