Litigation Counsel: Medical Malpractice & Liability

Society of Defense Financial Management; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking an Assistant Counsel: Litigation to manage medical malpractice and general liability claims, coordinate with defense counsel, and prepare evaluations under supervision of the SVP/Chief Risk Officer.

The role emphasizes preparing testimony for testimony or deposition, keeping the claims database up to date, and contributing to risk management education for healthcare staff.

Qualifications

• Licensed Attorney eligible to practice in Illinois (ARDC)
• Doctorate in Law required
• Legal work experience in risk, claims or litigation

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day uncomplicated medical malpractice and general liability claims in active litigation.
• Coordinate with defense counsel and SVP/Chief Risk Officer; review reserves and liability assessments.
• Prepare case evaluation reports and secure settlement authority on appropriate cases.

Skills

Licensed Attorney

ARDC

Litigation management

Medical malpractice

General liability

Deposition

Case evaluation

Education

Doctorate: Law

Job description

Carle Health is seeking an Assistant Counsel: Litigation to manage medical malpractice and general liability claims, coordinate with defense counsel, and prepare evaluations under supervision of the SVP/Chief Risk Officer.

The role emphasizes preparing testimony for testimony or deposition, keeping the claims database up to date, and contributing to risk management education for healthcare staff.