Medical Malpractice Defense Associate Attorney

Jobot; East Meadow (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Interview-stage office assignments

Job summary

Jobot is partnering with an established New York defense litigation firm seeking talented Associate Attorneys to join its Medical Malpractice Defense practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys aiming to grow in complex litigation, work with experienced trial attorneys, and assume meaningful responsibility defending sophisticated medical malpractice matters.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active admission to the New York State Bar.
• 2+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Medical malpractice defense experience strongly preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle medical malpractice defense and related civil litigation matters.
• Manage discovery, including drafting and responding to written discovery requests.
• Draft motions, pleadings, legal memoranda, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Review and analyze medical records and complex case materials.
• Assist with litigation strategy, case evaluations, and settlement preparation.
• Collaborate with partners, senior attorneys, and litigation support teams.
• Represent clients in court appearances, conferences, and other proceedings as appropriate.
• Prepare cases for mediation, arbitration, and trial.

Skills

Civil litigation

Medical malpractice defense

Legal research

Deposition experience

Discovery management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Details

Established New York Defense Litigation Firm

Locations: NYC, White Plains & Long Island

Competitive Compensation + Benefits

Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 per year

Jobot is partnering with an established and highly respected New York litigation firm seeking talented Associate Attorneys to join its Medical Malpractice Defense practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys looking to build their careers in complex litigation, work alongside experienced trial attorneys, and gain meaningful responsibility handling sophisticated medical malpractice defense matters.

The firm is seeking attorneys with strong litigation fundamentals, excellent analytical and writing skills, and a desire to continue developing within a collaborative defense practice.

Why join us?

• Established and respected New York litigation practice
• Opportunity to handle complex medical malpractice defense matters
• Work alongside experienced litigators and trial attorneys
• Meaningful case responsibility and professional development
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits
• Multiple New York office locations

What You'll Do

• Handle medical malpractice defense and related civil litigation matters
• Manage discovery, including drafting and responding to written discovery requests
• Draft motions, pleadings, legal memoranda, and other litigation documents
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Review and analyze medical records and complex case materials
• Assist with litigation strategy, case evaluations, and settlement preparation
• Collaborate with partners, senior attorneys, and litigation support teams
• Represent clients in court appearances, conferences, and other proceedings as appropriate
• Prepare cases for mediation, arbitration, and trial

What We're Looking For

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active admission to the New York State Bar
• 2+ years of civil litigation experience
• Medical malpractice defense experience strongly preferred
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Experience handling discovery, motion practice, and depositions
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple matters
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to litigation
• Attorneys with relevant insurance defense, general liability, or healthcare litigation backgrounds encouraged to inquire regarding potential alignment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $100,000-150,000, depending on qualifications and experience
• Bonus eligibility
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Specific office assignments, onsite expectations, and benefits will be discussed during the interview process.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.