Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney

Jobot; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Comprehensive benefits package

Bar dues and CLE reimbursement

Job summary

Jobot seeks a Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney for our Philadelphia-based litigation team. The role involves representing physicians, hospitals, and healthcare systems in complex malpractice matters, with hybrid/remote schedules available and NJ and PA bar admissions required.

You will manage cases from inception to trial, draft pleadings and motions, prep clients and experts, and collaborate with insurers and healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and bar admission in PA and NJ.
• 2–10 years of medical malpractice defense or complex civil litigation experience preferred.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Excellent deposition and courtroom advocacy experience.

Responsibilities

• Represent physicians, hospitals, and healthcare professionals in medical malpractice litigation.
• Manage cases from inception through resolution, including depositions and trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Prepare clients and experts for depositions and trial testimony.
• Develop litigation strategy in collaboration with clients and insurers.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Litigation experience

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Details

Hybrid/Remote Schedules Offered - Must be NJ Barred

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jeff Diepenbrock

Are you a fit?

Salary: $130,000 - $175,000 per year

About Us

Our respected Philadelphia-based litigation firm is seeking a Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney to join its growing healthcare litigation practice. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated attorney who enjoys handling sophisticated medical malpractice matters while working alongside experienced trial attorneys in a collaborative, supportive environment.

If you're looking for meaningful courtroom experience, challenging litigation, and a firm that values professional development and work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Represent physicians, hospitals, healthcare systems, nurses, and other medical professionals in complex medical malpractice litigation.
• Manage cases from inception through resolution, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediation, arbitration, and trial.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Prepare clients, experts, and witnesses for depositions and trial testimony.
• Develop litigation strategy and work closely with clients, insurance carriers, and healthcare professionals.
• Attend hearings, court conferences, and mediations throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

Why Join Us?

• High-quality, complex litigation with sophisticated healthcare clients.
• Collaborative team environment with mentorship from experienced litigators.
• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Competitive compensation with performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer contribution, paid parental leave, generous PTO, CLE reimbursement, bar dues, and professional development support.
• Clear path for long-terms career growth and advancement.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey is required.
• 2-10 years of medical malpractice defense or complex civil litigation experience preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent deposition and courtroom advocacy experience.
• Ability to independently manage a litigation caseload while collaborating with a team.
• Exceptional communication and client relationship skills.

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