Medical Malpractice Defense Associate – Trial-Ready

La Follette, Johnson, DeHaas, Fesler & Ames

Glendale (AZ)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

La Follette Johnson, DeHaas, Fesler & Ames is seeking an associate for its Los Angeles County Office in Glendale to defend healthcare providers in medical malpractice matters. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of legal experience, preferably in civil litigation, and be licensed in California.

The Associate will co-manage complex defense matters from inception to resolution, handle depositions, hearings, and trial support, and contribute to strategy, client communications, and risk

Qualifications

Requires minimum of 3 years of legal experience, preferably in civil defense.
Experience in medical malpractice defense is a plus.
Active California bar license in good standing required.

Responsibilities

Co-manage a caseload of complex medical malpractice defense matters from inception through resolution.
Represent physicians, hospitals, and healthcare professionals in depositions, hearings, and trials.
Assist and serve as second-chair trial counsel, develop trial themes and openings.
Oversee trial preparation, case strategy, and risk assessment with clients and insurers.
Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other documents.
Maintain accurate case files and ensure compliance with evolving malpractice law.

Skills

Legal experience

Civil litigation

Medical malpractice defense

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

The Associate will co-manage complex defense matters from inception to resolution, handle depositions, hearings, and trial support, and contribute to strategy, client communications, and risk

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