Medical Malpractice Associate

Lewis Brisbois; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chicago office of Lewis Brisbois, a leading AmLaw 100 firm, seeks an attorney for its Healthcare & Medical Malpractice Practice. The candidate must be admitted in Illinois and have at least two years of experience representing healthcare providers in state and federal courts.

Duties include drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, drafting and arguing motions, and taking and defending depositions.

Qualifications

• Illinois admission to practice required.
• Minimum two years representing healthcare providers in courts.
• Experience in medical malpractice litigation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings.
• Draft and argue motions and take/defend depositions.
• Manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Healthcare litigation

Deposition

Legal writing

Court motions

Job description

Overview

The Chicago, IL office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its Healthcare & Medical Malpractice Practice.

The ideal candidate will be admitted to practice in Illinois and have at least two (2) years of experience representing healthcare providers in state and federal courts and administrative proceedings. Experience defending and litigating medical malpractice lawsuits is preferred.

Qualified candidates will be comfortable drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, drafting and arguing motions, as well as taking and defending depositions. Candidates must have strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Although we would prefer that you have some experience in healthcare law, we are also interested in developing talented attorneys who come to us with excellent skills in any litigation arena. If you have substantive litigation experience, a demonstrated interest in healthcare law and are looking for an opportunity in a growing, collaborative firm, we invite you to apply.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) with employer match.

Minimum Salary

USD $125,000.00/Yr.

Maximum Salary

USD $150,000.00/Yr.