Litigation Associate Attorney

Jobot; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k)

CLE & Bar Dues

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Medical Malpractice and Professional Liability team in West Palm Beach, FL.

The role focuses on representing healthcare providers in civil litigation and regulatory matters, with mentoring and growth opportunities within a nationally recognized practice.

Qualifications

• Active member in good standing of the Florida Bar.
• 3+ years of experience handling medical malpractice or healthcare defense.
• Experience with long-term care or healthcare provider defense preferred.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and advocacy abilities.

Responsibilities

• Represent healthcare providers in medical malpractice and professional liability matters.
• Manage assigned cases from inception through resolution.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and correspondence.
• Participate in depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Assist with case strategy, evaluation, and litigation planning.
• Communicate effectively with clients, insurers, opposing counsel, and experts.
• Provide representation and guidance in matters involving healthcare licensing boards.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups on complex matters.

Skills

Florida Bar in good standing

Healthcare litigation

Legal research and writing

Communication and advocacy

Job description

Job details:

Medical Malpractice + Professional Liability Attorney | Healthcare Defense + Litigation | Florida Bar Required | West Palm Beach | $$$

Salary: $120,000 - $185,000 per year

A bit about us

Our firm is a nationally recognized litigation and business law firm with a strong presence across multiple offices. We represent a diverse range of clients, including healthcare providers, corporations, insurers, and professionals, in complex litigation and regulatory matters. Our attorneys work collaboratively across practice groups, providing sophisticated legal representation while maintaining a culture focused on mentorship, professional growth, and client service.

Why join us

This is an opportunity to join a growing legal team where attorneys have the ability to take meaningful ownership of their cases while learning from experienced litigators. You will work on sophisticated medical malpractice and professional liability matters, collaborate directly with clients, and gain exposure to complex litigation and regulatory issues affecting healthcare providers.

The firm offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career development, client interaction, and long-term advancement.

Benefits Include

• Health Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• Life Insurance


• Disability Insurance


• 401(k)


• CLE & Bar Dues

Job Details

Our client, a growing litigation-focused law firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Medical Malpractice and Professional Liability practice group in West Palm Beach, Florida. This attorney will represent healthcare providers in civil litigation matters and assist with regulatory and licensing matters involving healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Represent healthcare providers in medical malpractice and professional liability matters


• Manage assigned cases from inception through resolution


• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and correspondence


• Participate in depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation


• Assist with case strategy, evaluation, and litigation planning


• Communicate effectively with clients, insurers, opposing counsel, and experts


• Provide representation and guidance in matters involving healthcare licensing boards


• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups on complex matters

Qualifications

• Active member in good standing of the Florida Bar required


• 3+ years of experience handling medical malpractice, professional liability, healthcare litigation, or related defense matters


• Long-term care, nursing home, assisted living, or healthcare provider defense experience strongly preferred


• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines


• Excellent communication and advocacy skills

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.