Elder Abuse Attorney

J&Y Law Firm; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid parking

Collaborative and supportive team

Advanced technology and litigation資

High-value and meaningful case work

Career growth and leadership

Marketing and professional branding

Job summary

J&Y Law in Los Angeles seeks an experienced Elder Abuse Attorney Associate to join our plaintiff-side team. You will handle complex cases in nursing home and healthcare facility litigation from inception through trial.

We value dedicated advocates who can lead discovery, depose experts, and collaborate with medical professionals to maximize recovery for vulnerable clients across California. This role offers a competitive compensation package, a supportive culture, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Active admission to the California State Bar.
• 5+ years of plaintiff-side elder abuse or nursing home litigation experience.
• Strong litigation, deposition, and courtroom experience.
• Ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload.

Responsibilities

• Manage elder abuse litigation cases from pre-litigation through trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal briefs.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials throughout California.
• Work closely with medical experts and litigation support teams.
• Review and analyze complex medical records and facility documentation.
• Develop case strategy and maximize recovery for clients.
• Lead and collaborate with paralegals, case managers, and support staff.

Skills

Elder abuse litigation

Trial experience

Client advocacy

Leadership

Education

Active California Bar

Job description

All inquiries and applications will be kept strictly confidential.

J&Y Law is a rapidly growing Plaintiff’s Personal Injury and Elder Abuse law firm based in Los Angeles, California. We are currently seeking an experienced Elder Abuse Attorney Associate with a strong background in nursing home and healthcare facility litigation to join our dynamic and mission-driven team.

Our firm is dedicated to advocating for vulnerable elderly clients and holding nursing homes, assisted living facilities, rehabilitation centers, hospitals, and healthcare providers accountable for abuse, neglect, and wrongful death. We are looking for an attorney who is passionate about litigation, client advocacy, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of families throughout California.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will have significant experience handling plaintiff-side elder abuse litigation matters involving:

• Nursing homes
• Skilled nursing facilities (SNFs)
• Assisted living facilities
• Hospitals and rehabilitation centers
• Wrongful death and medical neglect claims

Candidates should have strong litigation experience and be comfortable independently managing complex cases from inception through trial.

Preferred Experience Includes

• Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act (EADACPA)
• Pressure injuries/bed sores
• Falls and supervision negligence
• Dehydration, malnutrition, and sepsis cases
• Medication error and overmedication claims
• Medical record review and analysis
• Depositions of nurses, administrators, PMKs, and medical providers
• Trial preparation and courtroom appearances
• Motions practice, including motions to compel and motions in limine
• Mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations

Responsibilities

• Manage elder abuse litigation cases from pre-litigation through trial
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal briefs
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials throughout California
• Work closely with medical experts and litigation support teams
• Review and analyze complex medical records and facility documentation
• Develop case strategy and maximize recovery for clients
• Lead and collaborate with paralegals, case managers, and support staff

Requirements

• Active admission to the California State Bar
• 5+ years of plaintiff-side elder abuse or nursing home litigation experience preferred
• Strong litigation, deposition, and courtroom experience
• Ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced litigation environment
• Passion for advocating for injured and vulnerable clients
• Leadership mentality and ability to mentor/support team members

Why Join J&Y Law?

At J&Y Law, we invest heavily in our attorneys and support their long-term professional growth. We provide the tools, marketing support, legal infrastructure, and collaborative environment needed to help our attorneys build successful and meaningful careers.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid parking
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Advanced technology and litigation resources
• High-value and meaningful case work
• Career growth and leadership opportunities
• Marketing and professional branding support

Our attorneys have been featured in publications such as Forbes, Yahoo, Newsweek, and The Daily Journal, and we actively support thought leadership, speaking engagements, and professional development opportunities.

All inquiries and applications will be kept strictly confidential.

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer competitive compensation and benefits package, along with a positive and collaborative work environment.

• This role also includes a per-case bonus structure in addition to base compensation
• 401k
• PTO: 6 Personal Time-Off; 6 Sick days.
• Paid holidays
• Free parking

Note:

• Both Plaintiff and Defense attorneys will be considered for this position.
• All applications are confidential.