Litigation Attorney (Med/Mal)

Jobot; Concord (NH); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid healthcare benefits

401k with 6% match at 50%

1600-1700 billables

4 days in office and work from home

Job summary

Jobot in New Hampshire is seeking a Permanent Litigation Attorney (Med/Mal) to join our growing team. You will manage a caseload of complex medical malpractice cases from inception to resolution, conduct legal research, draft pleadings and motions, and represent clients in courts and arbitration panels.

Collaborate with physicians and healthcare professionals, negotiate settlements, and keep clients and partners updated on case status.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active bar admission.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Litigation Attorney with medical malpractice focus.
• Strong legal research and writing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of complex medical malpractice cases from inception to resolution.
• Conduct thorough legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
• Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and agreements.
• Represent clients before courts, arbitration panels, and other tribunals.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to gather evidence.
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel to obtain favorable outcomes.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of laws and industry trends related to medical malpractice.
• Provide regular case status updates to clients and firm partners.
• Foster positive relationships with clients, colleagues, and court personnel.

Skills

Legal research

Negotiation

Client management

Written & verbal communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal research software

Job description

Job details

Leading NH firm very well-known and respected! Our client has a strong client base of leading individuals, companies, hospitals, and other institutions. We provide a credible platform for business development!!

Salary: $105,000 - $120,000 per year

Benefits

• Employer paid healthcare benefits
• 401k w. 6% match at 50%
• 1600-1700 billables
• 4 days in office and work from home days offered

Job Description

As a Permanent Litigation Attorney (Med/Mal), you will:

1. Manage a caseload of complex medical malpractice cases from inception to resolution.
2. Conduct thorough legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
3. Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and agreements.
4. Represent clients before courts, arbitration panels, and other tribunals.
5. Collaborate with physicians, skilled nursing professionals, and other experts to gather evidence and build strong cases.
6. Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our clients.
7. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of laws, regulations, and industry trends related to medical malpractice.
8. Provide regular case status updates to clients and firm partners.
9. Foster positive relationships with clients, colleagues, and court personnel.

Qualifications

1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. Admission to the State Bar and in good standing.
3. Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Litigation Attorney, with a focus on medical malpractice.
4. Proven experience working with physicians and skilled nursing professionals on legal cases.
5. Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
6. Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines concurrently.
7. Strong negotiation and client management skills.
8. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
9. High ethical standards and professional integrity.
10. Proficient in legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.

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