Medical Malpractice Attorney

Cole, Scott & Kissane; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus potential

Full benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development

Diverse, inclusive environment

Job summary

Cole, Scott & Kissane is seeking an associate attorney to join our Medical Malpractice group in Florida. The role focuses on defending doctors, hospitals, nursing homes, and health care providers. You will take and defend depositions, draft motions, and participate in hearings and trials.

The position requires strong communication, problem-solving, and independent as well as team-based work capabilities, with prior civil litigation experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed member of the Florida Bar.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Prior civil litigation experience required.

Responsibilities

• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft and argue dispositive motions.
• Attend hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Perform legal research and provide analysis of case law.
• Prepare pleadings and correspondence.
• Communicate with clients, expert witnesses, and opposing counsel.
• Provide exemplary legal counsel to clients.

Skills

Florida Bar licensed

Verbal & written communication

Problem-solving

Independent and team player

Civil litigation experience

Job description

Cole, Scott & Kissane seeks an associate attorney to join our Medical Malpractice group. Our Medical Malpractice attorneys defend doctors, hospitals, nursing homes, and other health care providers and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Take and defend depositions


• Draft and argue dispositive motions


• Attend hearings, mediations, and trials


• Perform legal research and provide analysis of case law


• Prepare pleadings and correspondence


• Communicate with clients, expert witnesses, and opposing counsel


• Provide exemplary legal counsel to clients

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed member of the Florida Bar


• Excellent verbal and written communications skills


• Problem-solving skills


• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team


• Prior civil litigation experience required

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation, with Monthly Revenue-Based Bonus potential for associates, and End-of-Year Bonus


• Full Benefits Package, with choices from among several Health, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance Plans


• 401(k) with Employer Matching


• 20 days of Paid Time Off


• Parental Leave


• Professional Development with our "CSK Learning Series" and In-Office Lunch and Learns


• Diverse, Inclusive, Supportive, and Team-Oriented Work Environment

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