Healthcare Litigation Associate – Center City Philadelphia

Burns White LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established practice in Center City Philadelphia seeks a Healthcare Litigation Associate to join their team. This role offers the chance to work on complex medical malpractice cases and personal injury claims, providing a rewarding and challenging environment. The firm values diversity and promotes a collaborative atmosphere where attorneys can grow and develop their skills. With opportunities for mentorship from experienced partners and a commitment to professional advancement, this position is ideal for those looking to enhance their litigation expertise while contributing to a reputable practice. Join a team dedicated to achieving excellent results for clients and enjoy exceptional benefits and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Exceptional benefits

Competitive salary

Flexibility

Mentoring from partners

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in medical malpractice defense.
• Licensed to practice in Pennsylvania; New Jersey license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Defend physicians and healthcare entities in complex litigation.
• Manage multiple high-priority matters while providing client service.

Skills

Medical Malpractice Defense

Client Service Orientation

Independent Work

Team Collaboration

Multi-tasking

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Licensed to practice in Pennsylvania

New Jersey license (a plus)

Job description

Healthcare Litigation Associate – Center City Philadelphia

Burns White’s Healthcare Litigation Department in our Center City Philadelphia office is an established practice with an excellent reputation. Focused on complex litigation, our attorneys work in the defense of physicians, nurses, hospitals and other healthcare-related entities in high-exposure medical malpractice and catastrophic personal injury claims. Our work is rewarding and challenging, and we take seriously our continued ability to achieve excellent results for our clients.

What sets us apart…

This stable practice has long-term clients and a growing book of business. Attorneys have opportunities to do substantive work, and to work shoulder to shoulder with skilled peers in a team-oriented environment. The practice is supported by a group of skilled paraprofessionals and administrators. We are committed to diversity and are honored to have achieved the Mansfield Rule Certification. Also, we look forward to moving into larger and newly renovated office space in 2024.

Ideal candidates are…

• Licensed to practice in Pennsylvania (New Jersey license a plus)
• Experienced in medical malpractice defense with minimum 5yrs experience
• Adept at managing multiple high-priority matters simultaneously
• Client service oriented
• Able to work independently within a team environment

What we offer…

• Challenging, complex work that will make you a better litigator
• A professional environment with opportunity to advance
• Mentoring from highly successful partners and leaders
• Exceptional benefits, competitive salary, and flexibility

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal
• Industries: Law Practice and Legal Services