Experienced Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney — Trial-Ready

Jobot; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Job summary

Jobot in Lincoln, NE seeks an experienced Medical Malpractice Attorney to defend healthcare professionals in complex litigation from initial evaluation through trial. You will manage a diverse caseload, develop evidence-based litigation strategies, and work closely with clients and insurers.

The ideal candidate has a JD, bar admission, and at least five years in medical malpractice or healthcare defense, with strong deposition, negotiation, and writing skills; a collaborative, ethical,

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active bar in good standing.
• At least 5 years of attorney experience in medical malpractice or healthcare defense.
• Strong civil litigation background including depositions, discovery, motions, and trial preparation.
• Excellent research, writing, advocacy, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to interpret medical records and collaborate with experts.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of medical malpractice and healthcare defense matters from inception through resolution.
• Represent healthcare providers and insured clients in professional negligence disputes.
• Evaluate allegations, review medical records, and develop litigation strategies.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, treating providers, and experts.
• Coordinate with medical experts to assess standards of care and causation.
• Handle motion practice, court appearances, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Participate in trials and provide case assessments to clients and insurers.
• Maintain case files and uphold professional ethics and confidentiality.

Skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Negotiation skills

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Jobot in Lincoln, NE seeks an experienced Medical Malpractice Attorney to defend healthcare professionals in complex litigation from initial evaluation through trial. You will manage a diverse caseload, develop evidence-based litigation strategies, and work closely with clients and insurers.

The ideal candidate has a JD, bar admission, and at least five years in medical malpractice or healthcare defense, with strong deposition, negotiation, and writing skills; a collaborative, ethical,