Medical Malpractice Litigation Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off and paid holidays

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is seeking a Medical Malpractice Litigation Associate Attorney to join our team. The candidate will collaborate with experienced attorneys and provide essential support throughout the litigation process.

The role involves drafting pleadings, handling discovery, managing case files, and coordinating with clients, courts, and opposing counsel. Strong organizational and multitasking skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of litigation experience preferred.
• Experience in Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, or related areas preferred.
• Ability to multi-task and manage workload with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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 pleadings, motions, and appellate documents.
• Perform administrative duties such as calendaring hearings and managing case files.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, and evidence.
• Assist with interrogatories and other discovery requests.
• Liaise between trial teams and third parties.
• Prepare witnesses for trial.
• Assist with case settlements.

Skills

Organization

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

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

Duties

• 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 pleadings, motions, and appellate documents.
• Perform administrative duties such as calendaring hearings and managing case files.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, and evidence.
• Assist with interrogatories and other discovery requests.
• Gather relevant information from various sources.
• Liaise between trial teams and third parties.
• Prepare witnesses for trial.
• Assist with case settlements.

Requirements

• Associate and Juris Doctorate degree, certificate, or equivalent work experience preferred.
• 1+ years of litigation experience preferred.
• Experience in Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, or related 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, evidence, 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.