Medical Malpractice Defense Associate — Hybrid Role

Shumaker Loop and Kendrick LLP; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Shumaker Loop and Kendrick LLP in Charlotte is seeking an experienced litigation professional to defend healthcare providers and institutions in medical malpractice and professional liability disputes, spanning pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, mediation and trial.

The role involves analyzing medical records, working with expert witnesses and physicians, drafting persuasive briefs, witness preparation, and coordination of regulatory investigations and licensing matters.

Qualifications

• Prefer candidates with medical malpractice or liability defense experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze medical records and coordinate with expert witnesses and consulting physicians.
• Draft persuasive motions and briefs, and participate in witness preparation.
• Attend court appearances, depositions, and motion practice; support mediation and trial preparation.
• Assist with regulatory investigations and professional licensing matters.

Job description

Shumaker Loop and Kendrick LLP in Charlotte is seeking an experienced litigation professional to defend healthcare providers and institutions in medical malpractice and professional liability disputes, spanning pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, mediation and trial.

The role involves analyzing medical records, working with expert witnesses and physicians, drafting persuasive briefs, witness preparation, and coordination of regulatory investigations and licensing matters.