Med Mal Defense Associate

LeoForce; Long Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great reputation

Long attorney tenure

Amazing benefits

Job summary

LeoForce is seeking a Mid-Level Medical Malpractice Defense Associate for our Long Beach/San Diego hybrid practice. The role allows remote work with in-office days, and requires California Bar admission with 2+ years in medical malpractice or related litigation.

You will collaborate with a seasoned team to manage cases from start to finish and interact with clients, providers, and experts. The position emphasizes strong written and verbal communication, analytical rigor, and teamwork, with

Qualifications

• Must be an active member of the California Bar.
• At least 2 years of experience in medical malpractice or related litigation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Willingness to work in a hybrid role, with some days required in the Manhattan Beach office.
• Deposition experience is preferred but not required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Handle medical malpractice cases from inception to resolution, including client interviews, legal research, drafting pleadings, and hearings.
• Work closely with clients, healthcare providers, and expert witnesses to develop case strategies.
• Conduct case assessments and provide clients with clear guidance and representation.
• Engage in settlement negotiations, mediation, and arbitration where applicable.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex cases and trial preparation.

Skills

Medical malpractice

Litigation

California Bar

Hybrid work

Job description

Med Mal Defense Associate

Long Beach,CA, US

6914040

2 days ago

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $120,000 - $200,000 per year

Job Details

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Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Mid-Level Medical Malpractice Attorney to join our dynamic legal team in Long Beach or San Diego. This hybrid position offers the flexibility of working both remotely and in-office. The ideal candidate will be barred in California and have at least two years of experience handling medical malpractice cases or similar litigation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle medical malpractice cases from inception to resolution, including client interviews, legal research, drafting pleadings, and attending hearings.
• Work closely with clients, healthcare providers, and expert witnesses to develop case strategies.
• Conduct case assessments and provide clients with clear guidance and representation.
• Engage in settlement negotiations, mediation, and arbitration where applicable.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex cases and trial preparation.

Preferred Experience:

• Deposition experience is preferred but not required. Candidates who are eager to gain deposition experience will be provided opportunities for mentorship and skill development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail.

Qualifications:

• Must be an active member of the California Bar.
• At least 2 years of experience in medical malpractice or related litigation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Willingness to work in a hybrid role, with some days required in the Manhattan Beach office.

A bit about us:

We are a very well established Med Mal defense firm in Southern California. We work with our extremely experienced staff and sub specialties, we help medical professionals and hospital systems across the region.

Why join us?

• Great reputation
• Long attorney tenure
• Amazing benefits

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