Attorney | Professional Liability | Remote | 148722

Mission Recruiting; San Diego (CA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical insurance

100% employer-paid dental insurance

Paid parental leave

Team events and gatherings

Job summary

Mission Recruiting is seeking a Healthcare Litigation Associate to join its fully remote team. The role involves sophisticated healthcare litigation, courtroom exposure, and strong mentorship. You will manage cases related to medical malpractice and professional liability, with a focus on supporting healthcare professionals.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of litigation experience and a California Bar license. The firm emphasizes attorney well-being and offers extensive benefits, including 100% employer-paid medical coverage and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of litigation experience.
• California Bar license in good standing.
• Experience in taking and defending depositions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle medical malpractice defense matters.
• Manage professional liability defense litigation.
• Conduct healthcare licensing board investigations.

Skills

Litigation Experience

Motion Drafting

Medical Record Analysis

Client Communication

Education

California Bar license

Job description

Healthcare Litigation Associate | Fully Remote | California Bar Required

$120,000–$170,000 Base + Bonus + 100% Employee Medical Coverage

Not every litigation job is the same.

Some firms talk about work-life balance. This one built its culture around it.

A highly respected California healthcare defense firm is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its growing team. This opportunity offers sophisticated healthcare litigation, meaningful courtroom exposure, strong mentorship, and the flexibility to work remote from anywhere in California.

If you genuinely enjoy litigation, value long-term career stability, and want to work with a team that prioritizes client service, attorney well‑being, and productivity equally, this may be the opportunity you've been looking for.

What You’ll Handle

• Medical malpractice defense matters
• Professional liability defense litigation
• Healthcare licensing board investigations and proceedings
• Representation of physicians, nurses, therapists, hospitals, healthcare systems, and medical groups
• Depositions, motion practice, discovery strategy, and case management
• Medical record review and factual investigations
• Direct client communication and litigation counseling

Why Attorneys Love This Opportunity

• Fully Remote Flexibility
• Work from anywhere in California while remaining connected to a highly collaborative team.
• Litigation With Purpose
• Represent healthcare professionals and organizations in complex, meaningful matters that directly impact careers and patient care.
• Supportive, Family‑Oriented Culture
• Leadership is accessible, collaborative, and deeply invested in attorney success. The firm is known for treating employees with respect while maintaining a strong emphasis on mental health and overall well‑being.
• Real Professional Growth
• Gain hands‑on experience handling sophisticated healthcare litigation while developing specialized expertise in a highly respected practice area.

Compensation & Benefits

• $120,000–$170,000 base salary, depending on experience
• Productivity‑based bonus program
• 100% employer‑paid employee medical insurance
• 100% employer‑paid dental insurance
• 100% employer‑paid vision insurance
• 50% employer‑paid dependent medical coverage
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Employer‑paid short‑term disability insurance
• Employer‑paid long‑term disability insurance
• 401(k) with Roth option
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Bar dues paid
• Team events and firm‑sponsored gatherings
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

Ideal Background

• 2–5 years of litigation experience
• California Bar license in good standing
• Professional liability, medical malpractice, or healthcare litigation experience preferred
• Experience in taking and defending depositions preferred
• Strong motion drafting and advocacy skills
• Ability to analyze medical records and factual evidence
• Strong organizational and case management abilities
• Demonstrated career stability and long‑term commitment
• Most importantly, we’re looking for attorneys who truly enjoy litigation and are motivated by the work itself—not simply the next compensation increase.

Ready for sophisticated litigation, a supportive culture, and true remote flexibility?

Let’s talk.