Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney

Chelsea Search Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelsea Search Group seeks a Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney for its New York, NY hybrid office. The role involves managing a caseload of medical malpractice claims, collaborating with partners, and appearing in court and depositions.

Ideal candidates have a JD, NY admission, 2+ years defense litigation experience, and strong written and oral communication skills; healthcare defense experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Must be admitted to practice in NY.
• 2+ years of defense litigation experience.
• Experience in Medical Malpractice preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Legal project management experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a caseload involving medical malpractice claims.
• Work closely with other attorneys, team members, and Partners on legal projects.
• Regularly handle court appearances and depositions.
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports.
• Opportunity to handle significant caseload of COVID lawsuits.

Skills

Defense litigation experience

Communication skills

Legal project management

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Admitted to NY Bar

Job description

Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney– New York - Hybrid

A top-rated law firm has a Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney position in their New York, NY Office. This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

Summary:

This is an excellent opportunity for an Associate to learn, grow, and take on important responsibilities with a leading regional medical malpractice, healthcare provider, and long-term care provider defense team. Great growth potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently manage a caseload involving medical malpractice claims
• Work closely with other attorneys, team members, and Partners on legal projects
• Regularly handle court appearances and depositions
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports
• Opportunity to handle significant caseload of COVID lawsuits

Qualifications:

• JD from an accredited law school
• Must be admitted to practice in NY
• 2+ years of defense litigation experience
• Experience in Medical Malpractice preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Legal project management experience is helpful