Medical Malpractice Attorney

Sam Bernstein Law; Farmington Hills (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

401(k)

FSA

HSA

ESTA (Earned Sick Time Act)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Sam Bernstein Law is seeking an experienced Medical Malpractice Attorney to join our legal team. The attorney will manage medical malpractice cases through all phases of litigation, review medical records, work with medical experts, draft pleadings and motions, and represent clients in court.

Candidates must have a JD and Michigan Bar membership, strong analytical and communication skills, and proven experience handling medical malpractice matters.

Qualifications

• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Michigan.
• Experience handling medical malpractice litigation.
• Experience reviewing medical records and working with medical experts.
• Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in legal research, writing, and case management software.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, priorities, and deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of medical malpractice litigation, including strategy and discovery.
• Review medical records and coordinate with medical experts.
• Draft pleadings and motions; perform legal research.
• Represent clients in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Advise clients on case developments and outcomes.
• Negotiate settlements with insurers and opposing counsel.

Skills

Legal research

Medical malpractice

Negotiation

Oral advocacy

Written communication

Education

JD degree

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Medical Malpractice Attorney to join our legal team. Responsibilities include managing medical malpractice cases through all phases of litigation, reviewing and analyzing medical records, working with medical experts, drafting pleadings and motions, conducting legal research, and representing clients in court. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience handling medical malpractice matters. A Juris Doctor (JD) and active Michigan Bar membership are required.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Case Management: Handle all aspects of medical malpractice litigation, including case evaluation, strategy development, discovery, and document drafting.
• Medical Case Review: Review and analyze medical records and other relevant documentation to evaluate claims and develop case strategies.
• Expert Collaboration: Work with medical experts and expert witnesses regarding standards of care, causation, damages, and other medical issues.
• Court Representation: Represent clients in depositions, hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and trials.
• Client Consultation: Advise clients on legal matters, case developments, and potential outcomes.
• Legal Research: Conduct legal research related to medical malpractice claims and applicable laws.
• Negotiation: Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel and insurance companies and advise clients on their options.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and medical experts for efficient case management.
• Client Relations: Maintain regular communication and build strong relationships with clients throughout the litigation process.

Qualifications and Skills

• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Michigan.
• Experience handling medical malpractice litigation.
• Experience reviewing medical records and working with medical experts.
• Strong oral and written communication, advocacy, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to manage complex legal and medical issues.
• Proficient in legal research, writing, and case management software.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, priorities, and deadlines effectively.

• Hybrid work flexibility
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• 401(k)
• FSA
• HSA
• ESTA (Earned Sick Time Act)
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays

A Note to Applicants

Every resume submitted for this position is personally reviewed by a member of our team — not by AI software. We value the time and effort you put into your application and ensure it receives thoughtful consideration.

We care deeply about the work we do, but we also care about the people we work with. Our team is collaborative, supportive, and always willing to help one another. We work hard, celebrate wins together, learn from challenges, and genuinely enjoy what we do.