Medical Malpractice Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Health insurance

401k plan

Excellent work environment

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Medical Malpractice Associate to join its Philadelphia, PA office. The ideal candidate will have 1–2 years of defense experience in medical malpractice or personal injury cases, with a Pennsylvania Bar license, and strong writing and research abilities.

You will manage casework through filings, discovery, motions, and trial preparation. Responsibilities include client communications, coordinating with insurers, and developing litigation plans.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of defense experience in medical malpractice or personal injury litigation.
• Active license in good standing with the Pennsylvania Bar.
• Strong writing and legal research skills and ability to handle high-pressure cases.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle case management, legal research, motion practice, discovery, client communications, and court appearances.
• Draft pleadings, respond to written discovery motions, prepare motions, negotiate settlements, and prepare witnesses for trial.
• Serve as the primary contact for corporate clients and insurers, providing regular updates, case assessments, and litigation plans.
• Manage an assigned caseload and meet deadlines while maintaining high standards of legal practice.
• Provide strategic counsel and legal advice to clients throughout the litigation process.

Skills

Case management

Legal research

Legal writing

Client communications

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a motivated and detail-oriented Medical Malpractice Associate to join its Philadelphia, PA office. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of medical and legal issues, strong research and writing skills, and experience assisting with cases from initial filing through resolution.

Duties

• Independently handle case management, legal research, motion practice, discovery, client communications, and court appearances.
• Draft pleadings, respond to written discovery motions, prepare motions, negotiate settlements, and prepare witnesses for trial.
• Serve as the primary contact for corporate clients and insurers, providing regular updates, case assessments, and litigation plans.
• Manage an assigned caseload and meet deadlines while maintaining high standards of legal practice.
• Provide strategic counsel and legal advice to clients throughout the litigation process.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience handling the defense of medical malpractice or personal injury litigation.
• Active license in good standing with the Pennsylvania Bar.
• Demonstrated ability to handle high-pressure cases and manage complex litigation matters.
• Commitment to client service and ethical legal practice.
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong writing and legal research skills, and a strong work ethic.
• Entrepreneurial growth mindset for client development and practice management.

Values

Values collaboration and diverse perspectives and can work with a team to creatively solve problems.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license in good standing with the Pennsylvania Bar.

Skills

• Strong research and writing skills.
• Ability to manage complex litigation matters.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.

Benefits

• Full benefits, including paid holidays and vacation.
• Health care insurance.
• 401k plan.
• Excellent work environment.