Medical Malpractice Litigation Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Medical Malpractice Litigation Associate in Irvine, CA. The attorney will support experienced litigators through all phases of litigation, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, coordinating depositions, and preparing appellate documents.

Requirements include a JD and 1+ year of litigation experience; candidates with Medical Malpractice exposure or related fields are preferred. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• 1+ years of litigation experience preferred.
• Experience in Medical Malpractice or related practice areas preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with calendaring depositions, mediations and hearings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents including pleadings, motions and affidavits.
• E-file court documents in state and federal courts.
• Communicate with clients, courts and counsel.
• Conduct legal research and factual investigations.
• Prepare discovery documents and responses.
• Coordinate and summarize depositions.
• Organize trial binders and exhibits.
• Draft and file appellate documents.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Assist with interrogatories and discovery requests.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Legal research proficiency

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Medical Malpractice Litigation Associate Attorney to join their team in Irvine, California. The successful candidate will collaborate with experienced attorneys, providing essential support throughout the litigation process.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents including pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
• E-file court documents in state and federal courts.
• Communicate with clients, courts, and counsel.
• Conduct legal research and factual investigations.
• Prepare discovery documents and responses.
• Coordinate and summarize depositions.
• Organize trial binders and exhibits.
• Draft and file appellate documents.
• Perform administrative duties and manage case logistics.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, and evidence.
• Assist with interrogatories and discovery requests.
• Gather relevant information from various sources.
• Liaise between trial teams and third parties.
• Prepare witnesses and assist with case settlements.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• 1+ years of litigation experience preferred.
• Experience in Medical Malpractice or related practice areas preferred.
• Ability to multi‑task and manage workload with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in calendaring depositions, mediations, and hearings.
• Knowledge of motions, discovery, and court procedures.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Experience with Medical Malpractice Plaintiff Actions is a plus.
• Federal Judicial Clerkship is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctorate degree preferred.

Certifications

• Relevant legal certifications preferred.

Skills

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and documentation.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.