Medical Malpractice Litigation Associate

Leeds Professional Resources; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Leeds Professional Resources is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1-3 years of experience to join our litigation team in Florida. The role focuses on medical malpractice, supporting cases from discovery through trial, including depositions and client advocacy in a collaborative setting.

The position requires a J.D. from an accredited law school and Florida Bar admission, with strong research and communication skills.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and Florida Bar admission.
• 1-3 years of experience in personal injury litigation, with a preference for medical malpractice.
• Strong analytical skills; familiarity with healthcare regulations, medical terminology, and evidence rules.
• Proficiency in legal research tools (Westlaw, LexisNexis) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses for medical malpractice litigation.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, including deposing expert witnesses, physicians, and healthcare providers.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Interview clients and witnesses to build strong case narratives and gather evidence.
• Manage case files, ensure compliance with court deadlines, and support appeals if needed.
• Assist in client communications, providing updates and counseling on case progress.

Skills

Legal research

Deposition participation

Client advocacy

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Florida Bar admission

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leeds Professional Resources is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1-3 years of experience to join our litigation team in Florida. The role focuses on medical malpractice, supporting cases from discovery through trial, including depositions and client advocacy in a collaborative setting.

The position requires a J.D. from an accredited law school and Florida Bar admission, with strong research and communication skills.