Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP; Aliso Viejo (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Bonuses

Insurance (medical, dental, vision, DI

Unlimited PTO

Flexible work-from-home policy

Referral program

Job summary

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP in Orange County, CA, seeks associates with 1-7 years of experience for its medical malpractice litigation group. California licensure is required.

The firm handles wide-spectrum matters and offers a flexible work-from-home policy. Associates work closely with lead attorneys across all phases of litigation, from rapid response investigations to trial presentation, with emphasis on strategic thinking and client objectives.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice in California.
• 1–7 years of experience in medical malpractice litigation or related field.
• Strong writing and research abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation from investigations to trial presentation.
• Manage discovery, depositions, and case preparation.
• Communicate effectively with clients and carriers; contribute to strategy and reporting.

Skills

Research skills

Legal writing

Litigation experience

Insurance defense experience

Education

California Bar Admission

Job description

The Orange County office of WSHB, a national civil litigation defense firm, is looking for associate applicants with at least 1-7 years of experience for its expanding medical malpractice litigation group. You must be licensed in California- no exceptions.

As the ‘go to’ litigation firm for dozens of domestic and international insurance carriers, as well as many large private clients, WSHB attorneys handle a wide-spectrum of matters. On a daily basis, associates work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation, from rapid response investigations following catastrophic losses, case evaluation and reporting, discovery and depositions, through trial presentation, with an emphasis on strategic thinking to meet client objectives. Recognized nationally for its commitment to diversity and an inclusive atmosphere, WSHB provides attorneys a flexible work from home policy and the opportunity to collaborate with lead attorneys across offices as well as across a variety of practice areas. Excellent research and writing skills are a must. Experience in insurance defense litigation and general familiarity with carrier billing and reporting guidelines is preferred. Join an innovative firm and team of attorneys with a reputation for professional excellence that offer the flexibility and casualness of the modern legal practice.

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account
• Unlimited PTO
• A flexible work from home policy
• Referral program