Medical Malpractice Defense Associate

Jobot; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k)

CLE & Bar Dues

Job summary

Jobot seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Medical Malpractice and Professional Liability practice in West Palm Beach, Florida. The ideal candidate holds Florida Bar admission and 3+ years defending healthcare matters.

You will represent healthcare providers in civil litigation, manage cases from inception to resolution, draft pleadings, and collaborate with senior litigators on complex matters while ensuring client service and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Active member in good standing of the Florida Bar required.
• 3+ years of experience handling medical malpractice, professional liability, healthcare litigation, or related defense matters.
• Long-term care, nursing home, assisted living, or healthcare provider defense experience strongly preferred.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent healthcare providers in medical malpractice and professional liability matters
• Manage assigned cases from inception through resolution
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and correspondence
• Participate in depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation
• Assist with case strategy, evaluation, and litigation planning
• Communicate effectively with clients, insurers, opposing counsel, and experts
• Provide representation and guidance in matters involving healthcare licensing boards
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups on complex matters

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication skills

Time management

Job description

Jobot seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Medical Malpractice and Professional Liability practice in West Palm Beach, Florida. The ideal candidate holds Florida Bar admission and 3+ years defending healthcare matters.

You will represent healthcare providers in civil litigation, manage cases from inception to resolution, draft pleadings, and collaborate with senior litigators on complex matters while ensuring client service and professional growth.