Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney

Jobot; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual bonus

Hybrid and remote work flexibility

Career growth & mentorship

Collaborative culture

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney to join our NYC-area team in a hybrid role across NYC, Long Island, or White Plains. The ideal candidate will defend hospitals, physicians and healthcare providers in complex malpractice litigation, manage medical records review and discovery, and contribute to trial preparation and courtroom appearances.

We offer a generous bonus structure, flexible hybrid/remote options for qualified candidates, and ample opportunity for long-term career

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar.
• Experience defending hospitals, physicians, nurses and medical professionals in malpractice claims.
• Handling medical records, expert review and complex discovery.

Responsibilities

• Defend hospitals, physicians and healthcare professionals in medical malpractice litigation.
• Lead or support trial preparation and courtroom appearances.
• Manage medical records review, expert analyses and discovery workflows.
• Leverage experience in general liability, slip-and-fall and construction-related cases as needed.

Skills

Medical malpractice defense

Litigation

Trial experience

Medical records review

Complex discovery

Healthcare provider representation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

New York State Bar

Job description

Med Mal Defense Attorney

Salary: $150,000 - $225,000 per year | Hybrid work opportunities in NYC, Long Island, or White Plains.

A bit about us

A top-tier New York City insurance defense firm is seeking Medical Malpractice Defense Attorneys with proven experience representing hospitals, physicians, nurses, and healthcare providers in complex litigation.

Why join us

• Competitive compensation: $150,000 – $225,000+ (commensurate with experience)
• Generous annual bonus structure
• Hybrid and fully remote work flexibility for qualified candidates
• Long-term career growth and mentorship opportunities
• A collaborative, team-oriented culture where your voice matters

Job Details

We are hiring attorneys at all levels—from mid-level associates to senior litigators and trial counsel—who are ready to grow their careers in a collaborative, high-performing team.

Ideal candidates will have experience with:

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensure: Admission to the New York State Bar
• Experience defending hospitals, physicians, nurses, and medical professionals in malpractice claims
• Handling medical records, expert review, and complex discovery
• Additional Relevant experience: general liability, slip and fall, premises liability, labor law, and construction defect.
• Trial prep and courtroom experience is a strong plus

If you’re a medical malpractice defense attorney looking for your next challenge within a well-established, highly respected NYC firm—we want to hear from you.

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