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%

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney (Med/Mal) in New Hampshire to manage complex medical malpractice cases from inception to resolution. You will conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and represent clients before courts, with collaboration from physicians and skilled nursing professionals to strengthen cases.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of litigation experience, strong writing and negotiation skills, and a commitment to high ethical standards.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school; admitted to the State Bar in good standing.
• 3–5 years of litigation experience focusing on medical malpractice.
• Experience working with physicians and skilled nursing professionals on legal cases.
• Strong legal research and writing skills are required.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proven negotiation and client management abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to work both in a team and independently.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Proficiency with legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of complex medical malpractice cases from inception to resolution.
• Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategy.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, and agreements.
• Represent clients before courts, arbitration panels, and other tribunals.
• Collaborate with physicians and SNFs to gather evidence and build strong cases.
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel for optimal outcomes.
• Stay updated on laws, regulations, and trends in medical malpractice.
• Provide regular case status updates to clients and firm partners.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients, colleagues, and court personnel.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Negotiation

Client management

Interpersonal communication

Ethical standards

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Bar admission in good standing

Tools

Legal research software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job details:

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

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Mallory Schreiner

A bit about us

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!!

Why join us

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

Job Details

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.

If you are a seasoned Litigation Attorney with a passion for medical malpractice law and a commitment to client service, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and contribute to our mission to provide top-tier legal services to those in need.

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.