Junior to Mid-Level Litigation Associate - Medical Malpractice/Healthcare - Valhalla, NY

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP; Valhalla (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Junior to Mid-Level Litigation Associate to join its Medical Malpractice team. This role offers a unique opportunity to represent healthcare professionals in complex malpractice litigation, allowing for professional growth in a supportive and collegial environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong legal research and writing skills, along with the ability to interact confidently with clients. If you are eager to develop your career in a well-respected firm known for its commitment to excellence, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Collegial and supportive culture

Discretionary bonus based on performance

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to practice in New York with 1-4 years of litigation experience.
• Strong legal research and writing skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop litigation strategies for defending medical malpractice actions.
• Draft pleadings, memos, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in court and participate in depositions.

Skills

Legal Research

Writing Skills

Verbal Communication

Client Interaction

Project Management

Problem Solving

Education

Admission to practice in New York

1 year of experience in medical malpractice/healthcare litigation

Job description

Job Title: Junior to Mid-Level Litigation Associate

Role: Associate in Medical Malpractice/Healthcare

Expertise: 1-4 years of experience

Job Location: Westchester (Valhalla), NY (hybrid office / remote)

Description: Represent healthcare professionals and healthcare facilities in malpractice litigation.

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP is a leading medical malpractice defense firm with 130+ lawyers and nine offices in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and California. The firm’s medical malpractice group is well respected for its expertise at all levels of litigation from inception through trial and appeals. In addition to serving clients in the states where our offices are located, the firm also acts as national counsel in various high exposure matters. Medical malpractice is one of the cornerstones of the firm’s practice. Known for an enriching, collegial workplace, the firm offers true opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

This position is for an attorney with 1-4 years’ experience to join the Medical Malpractice team in our Westchester (Valhalla) NY office, which represents physicians and all other professional healthcare providers, hospitals and other healthcare facilities in all manners of Medical Malpractice litigation. We are looking for a bright, highly motivated and proactive attorney with excellent writing skills – someone with the willingness and capability to act independently and comfortable with client interaction.

Responsibilities:

1. Work collaboratively with senior litigators to develop litigation strategy for the defense of medical malpractice actions;
2. Draft and review pleadings and discovery, memos, briefs and other legal correspondence and litigation documents;
3. Analyze medical records;
4. Represent clients in court;
5. Participate in depositions, conferences, hearings and all other aspects of medical malpractice litigation;
6. Interact with medical experts;
7. Conduct legal and medical research and analysis;
8. Draft motions;
9. Work cooperatively with others;
10. Interact with clients.

Education and Experience Required:

• Admission to practice in New York;
• At least 1 year of experience in medical malpractice/healthcare litigation.

Skills and Abilities Required:

• Strong legal research, writing and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to interact with clients and command client confidence;
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills;
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

NY Comprehensive Total Rewards Package:

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP is proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package. The firm also offers comprehensive health and well-being benefits, personal and professional development, career growth opportunities and a collegial and supportive culture. The anticipated pay range for this role is $100,000 - $130,000, which represents our good faith and reasonable estimate of the starting salary range at the time of posting. In addition, this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors, including qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data and consideration of internal equity.