Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative law firm in Los Angeles is seeking a motivated associate attorney to join their expanding medical malpractice litigation group. With a focus on strategic thinking and collaboration, this role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys on diverse cases. The firm is recognized for its commitment to diversity and inclusion, providing a flexible work-from-home policy and a supportive environment. Candidates must possess strong research and writing skills, along with a license to practice in California. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic legal setting.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited PTO

Flexible Work from Home Policy

Referral Program

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in California with 1-5 years of experience.
• Excellent research and writing skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation.
• Handle rapid response investigations and case evaluations.

Skills

Research Skills

Writing Skills

Strategic Thinking

Insurance Defense Litigation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

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Base pay range

$105,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

The Los Angeles office of WSHB, a national civil litigation defense firm, is looking for associate applicants with at least 1-5 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

Recruiters - Please do not contact us as we are not using external recruiters to fill this position at this time.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice, Legal Services, and Professional Services

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

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