Medical Malpractice Defense Litigation Associate (3+ yrs)

Gfeller Laurie LLP; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Firm Holidays

CLE Support

Cell Phone Stipend

Team Events

Job summary

Gfeller Laurie LLP in West Hartford, Connecticut, is seeking a Civil Defense Medical Malpractice Litigation Associate (3+ years) to join its Healthcare and Professional Liability practice. The associate will handle case management, depositions, pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation, working closely with partners on sophisticated medical malpractice defense matters and investigations.

This position offers direct mentorship, meaningful responsibility from day one, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school is required.
• Admitted to practice in Connecticut is required.
• 3+ years of civil defense medical malpractice litigation experience.
• Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Additional state bar admission(s) a plus (NY, NJ, MA, PA, or VT).

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of medical malpractice defense and healthcare professional liability matters from inception through resolution.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Attend court conferences, hearings, and mediations.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop case strategy.
• Maintain strong client communication and deliver high-quality legal work.

Skills

Legal research

Written advocacy

Oral advocacy

Case management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Admitted to practice in Connecticut

Additional state bar admissions preferred

Job description

Gfeller Laurie LLP in West Hartford, Connecticut, is seeking a Civil Defense Medical Malpractice Litigation Associate (3+ years) to join its Healthcare and Professional Liability practice. The associate will handle case management, depositions, pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation, working closely with partners on sophisticated medical malpractice defense matters and investigations.

This position offers direct mentorship, meaningful responsibility from day one, and opportunities for