Litigation Attorney

ZYPHRA TECH; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm is seeking experienced Litigation Attorneys for their offices in Los Angeles and Orange County. Candidates need to have a J.D. degree and 3–6 years of experience in medical malpractice litigation. The role involves managing case work, collaborating with trial attorneys, preparing legal documents, and responding to inquiries from the Claims Department. Applicants must be licensed to practice law in California and possess strong independent working abilities. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic legal environment.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of medical-malpractice litigation experience is required.
• In-depth knowledge of medicine and law, particularly in medical-malpractice litigation.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to mentor and train staff counsel.
• Develop effective case strategy.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with trial attorneys to formulate discovery and investigation strategy.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents.
• Respond to discovery requests and attend court appearances.
• Respond to discovery requests and attend court appearances.
• Prepare lawsuits for trial or arbitration as needed.
• Share knowledge with all attorneys.
• Ensure cost‑effective work‑up and overall defense of assignments.
• Respond to hotline inquiries from the Claims Department.
• Assist lead attorneys with reports to Claims at all stages.

Skills

License to practice law in California

Ability to work independently

Ability to mentor and train staff counsel

Skill to develop effective case strategy

Medical-malpractice litigation experience

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Litigation Attorney – ZYPHRA TECH

Our client is a law firm seeking two Litigation Attorneys: one based in Los Angeles headquarters and one based in an Orange County office. The incumbent will manage all aspects of case work, excluding trial and arbitration presentations.

An experienced attorney with in-depth knowledge of medicine, law, and medical‑malpractice litigation, who can develop effective case strategy.

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
• Skill to develop effective case strategy

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with trial attorneys to formulate discovery and investigation strategy
• Obtain concurrence with Claims Specialist on defense preparation
• Prepare pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents
• Respond to discovery requests and attend court appearances
• Prepare lawsuits for trial or arbitration as needed
• 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
• Comply with the Defense Attorney Guidelines
• Represent CAP/MPT physicians at deposition in “Depo‑only” cases

Education and Experience

• J.D. degree
• Minimum 3–6 years of medical‑malpractice litigation experience

Skills

• License to practice law in California
• Medical‑malpractice litigation experience