Medical Malpractice Defense Associate Attorney

Orion Placement; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

One remote workday per week

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking an experienced attorney for a medical malpractice defense role in New York. The ideal candidate joins a busy litigation team, handling depositions, discovery, motions, and trial preparation while advancing their litigation career.

The position emphasizes hands-on responsibility, collaboration with seasoned litigators, and providing high-quality client service. Remote work options may be available one day per week as part of a flexible arrangement.

Qualifications

• Active New York Bar admission is required.
• 2+ years of medical malpractice defense litigation experience.
• Hands-on experience with depositions, discovery, motion practice, medical records review, and trial preparation.
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced litigation environment.
• Willingness to travel to courts and venues throughout the greater New York area.
• Familiarity with electronic billing, online legal research, Microsoft Office, and Outlook preferred.

Responsibilities

• Defend clients in complex medical malpractice litigation from discovery through trial preparation.
• Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs, pleadings, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions and manage written discovery.
• Review medical records and expert materials to develop defense strategies.
• Prepare cases for hearings, conferences, motions, and trial.
• Participate in court proceedings and assist with all phases of litigation.
• Communicate professionally with clients, witnesses, court personnel, experts, and opposing counsel.
• Manage multiple active matters with deadlines and high-quality work product.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Client communication

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

• Work on sophisticated medical malpractice defense matters alongside highly experienced litigators
• Gain meaningful hands-on responsibility with depositions, discovery, motion practice, case strategy, and trial preparation
• Join a busy, growing practice where strong associates can continue developing their litigation skills and careers
• Work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment that values strong advocacy, professionalism, and client service
• Receive comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, dental insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan
• Potential for a flexible work arrangement including one remote workday per week

Location: Lake Success / New Hyde Park, NY. This is a primarily on-site opportunity with the potential for one remote workday per week. The role includes travel to courts and litigation venues throughout New York City, Long Island, and surrounding counties.

Note: Candidates must be admitted to practice law in New York and have 2+ years of directly relevant medical malpractice defense litigation experience, including hands-on experience with depositions, discovery, motion practice, medical records review, and trial preparation.

About Us

We are a well-established, growing full-service law firm with a strong litigation platform and a long-standing commitment to delivering sophisticated legal counsel and highly personalized client service. Our attorneys work collaboratively across practice areas while giving associates meaningful opportunities to learn from accomplished litigators and take ownership of important matters. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Defend clients in complex medical malpractice litigation from discovery through trial preparation
• Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs, pleadings, and other litigation documents
• Conduct and defend depositions and manage written discovery
• Review medical records, expert materials, and other case evidence to develop defense strategies
• Prepare cases for hearings, conferences, motions, and trial
• Participate in court proceedings and assist with all phases of litigation
• Communicate professionally with clients, witnesses, court personnel, experts, and opposing counsel
• Manage multiple active matters while maintaining deadlines and high-quality work product

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active New York Bar admission required
• 2+ years of medical malpractice defense litigation experience
• Experience with depositions, discovery, motion practice, medical records review, and trial preparation
• Strong legal research, writing, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced litigation environment
• Willingness to travel to courts and venues throughout the greater New York area
• New Jersey Bar admission is preferred but not required
• Familiarity with electronic billing, online legal research, Microsoft Office, and Outlook preferred

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have the opportunity to build meaningful litigation experience while working closely with accomplished attorneys on challenging cases. We offer a supportive, professional environment where talented associates are trusted with substantive responsibility, encouraged to develop their skills, and given opportunities for long-term career growth.