Litigation Attorney

Azad Technology Partners; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 153,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm is seeking a Litigation Attorney for a full-time role in Los Angeles, California. The successful candidate will handle case management, draft legal documents, and assist trial attorneys in preparation for litigation, specifically in medical malpractice cases. Candidates must possess a J.D. and have 3-6 years of relevant experience. This position offers a competitive salary range between $153k and $215k.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-6 years medical malpractice litigation experience.
• License to practice law in California.
• Ability to work independently and mentor staff.

Responsibilities

• Formulate discovery and investigation strategy.
• Prepare pleadings and respond to discovery.
• Attend court appearances and prepare for trial/arbitration.

Skills

Medical malpractice litigation

Case management

Discovery preparation

Court appearance

Legal writing

Education

J.D. Degree

Job description

AZAD is seeking a Litigation Attorney for a full-time, permanent employment position in Los Angeles, California and Orange, CA

This position is full-time on-site, Monday to Friday. Expected start date December 28, 2025.

The annual salary range for this position is between $153k-$215k depending on related qualifications and experience.

Summary

Our client is a law firmseeking two Litigation Attorneys, one based in our Los Angeles headquarters and one based in our Orange County office. The incumbent will be responsible for all aspects of case management, with the exception of presenting cases at trial and arbitration. An experienced attorney with in-depth knowledge of medicine, law and issues related to medical malpractice litigation with the skill to develop effective case strategy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with the trial attorney and actively participates in: Formulating discovery and investigation strategy
• Obtaining concurrence with Claims Specialist on defense preparation
• Preparing pleadings
• Preparing and responding to discovery
• Attending court appearances
• Preparing lawsuits for trial/arbitration
• Preparing motions as requested
• Share knowledge and information with all attorneys
• Ensure cost effective work-up and overall defense of assignments
• Respond to “hotline” inquiries from the Claims Department
• Assist trial/lead attorneys with preparation of reports to Claims at all stages of litigation to ensure timely reporting and completion of case work-up
• Comply with the Defense Attorney Guidelines
• Represent CAP/MPT physicians at deposition in “Depo-only” cases

Education and/or Experience

• J.D. Degree
• Minimum 3-6 years medical malpractice litigation experience

Other Skills and Abilities

• License to practice law in California
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to mentor, train, and build team enthusiasm among staff counsel