Medical Malpractice Defense Associate Position

Association of the Bar City of New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Remote work opportunities

Competitive benefits

Job summary

McAloon & Friedman in Manhattan seeks Mid-Level Medical Malpractice Litigation Defense Attorneys with 2-4 years NY litigation experience, preferably in medical malpractice. Admitted to the NY bar in good standing is required.

This role involves a team-based approach to evaluating and resolving matters and offers growth in complex defense litigation. The firm emphasizes collaboration, professional development, and a hybrid work arrangement with compensation in a competitive range.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in NY in good standing.
• 2–4 years of NY litigation experience, preferably in medical malpractice and/or personal injury.
• Strong analytical, oral advocacy, and written work product.

Responsibilities

• Claim investigation with clients and non-parties to address discovery matters.
• Identification of suitable medical experts for retention and consultation.
• Conducting and defending depositions of parties and non-parties.
• Understanding CPLR discovery rules to oversee compliance.
• Learning and understanding the anatomy to evaluate medical causation.
• Settlement negotiations and ADR/Mediation conferences.
• Regularly handle court appearances and conferences.
• Spearhead claim resolution goals and execution of strategies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Oral advocacy

Team collaboration

Education

JD from accredited law school

Job description

McAloon & Friedman is currently seeking Mid-Level Medical Malpractice Litigation Defense Attorneys with 2-4 years of New York litigation experience, preferably in medical malpractice. The candidate must be admitted to practice law in the State of New York in good standing.

This position entails being a part of a team-oriented approach that consists of attorneys and paralegals in the coordinated evaluation and resolution of assigned matters. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys with litigation experience who are looking to grow in their careers and take on increased and substantive defense litigation-based responsibilities as well as for new attorneys looking to embark in a career in complex medical malpractice defense litigation.

The Position

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the State of New York
• 2-4 years of litigation experience with a preference for prior experience in medical malpractice and/or personal injury claims venued in NY Supreme Courts
• Strong analytical and oral advocacy skills
• Professional written work product, including experience with substantive motion practice
• Strong organizational skills and willingness to work within a team-based approach to litigation

Responsibilities

• Claim investigation with clients and non-parties to efficiently address important discovery matters
• Identification of suitable medical experts for retention and consultation
• Conducting and defending depositions of parties and non-parties
• Understanding and applying CPLR discovery rules, to oversee, evaluate and enforce external and internal party compliance
• Learning and understanding the anatomy to independently evaluate medical causation and interact with the medical profession
• Settlement negotiations and ADR/Mediation conferences
• Regularly handle court appearances and conferences
• Spearhead claim resolution goals and execute resolution strategies

Why Should You Apply?

• Excellent Benefits including discretionary 401k match
• Professional development programs including in-house CLE
• Generous PTO plan
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Opportunities for remote work
• Currently hybrid

The annualized salary range for this position is $110,000-$140,000 for those with 2-4 years of experience. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Interested?

The Firm

McAloon & Friedman is a medium sized law firm in downtown Manhattan that provides a full range of legal services related to the practice of medicine, with a focus on medical malpractice defense. Initially founded in 1954, we represent many of the finest teaching hospitals and top physicians, nurses and all other healthcare professionals and facilities throughout the metropolitan area. We have been ranked as a tier one firm for the defense of medical malpractice cases in U.S. News and World Report. Many of our lawyers have been recognized with Martindale Hubble® AV ratings, ranked by their peers among the Best Lawyers in America® and elected as Super Lawyers—honors reserved for attorneys who excel in their practice.

We believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. Our firm's policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the law.

Industry

Law Practice

Employment Type

Full-time; Currently Hybrid

JD from an accredited law school.
Admitted to practice in the State of New York.
Preference of 2-4 years of litigation experience, ideally with prior experience in medical malpractice and/or personal injury claims venued in NY Supreme Courts