MedMal Associate

Adams & Martin Group; California (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incredible mentorship

Generous benefits package

Annual summer bonus

Job summary

A respected legal firm is seeking an Associate Attorney for its medical malpractice defense team. This fully remote role offers the opportunity for significant litigation experience, hands-on mentorship, and real responsibility from the start. Candidates should possess a JD from an ABA accredited school and a CA BAR, with 1-8 years of civil litigation experience preferred. Compensation ranges from $110K to $200K based on experience plus bonuses, along with generous benefits including health and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• 1-8 years of civil litigation experience, preferably in medical malpractice.

Responsibilities

• Draft and argue motions; handle significant writing and research.
• Conduct discovery and manage smaller cases independently.
• Collaborate on larger, high-exposure matters.
• Participate in case strategy and trial preparation.

Skills

Strong writing and research skills

Highly organized

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Ability to work remotely

Thrives in a collaborative environment

Desire to learn and grow

Education

JD from an ABA accredited school

CA BAR

Job description

Associate Attorney - Medical Malpractice Defense (Remote)

A highly respected boutique medical malpractice defense firm in Santa Monica is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its tight‑knit, collaborative team. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone who wants real litigation experience, hands‑on mentorship, and meaningful responsibility early in their career.

Medical Malpractice Defense Litigation

💰 $110K‑$200K DOE + Bonuses

Perks

• Work directly with senior attorneys and partners on complex med‑mal defense matters
• Incredible mentorship - partners are truly invested in training strong litigators
• Substantial responsibility from day one (motion practice, discovery, strategy discussions, trial prep)
• Most attorneys work fully remote long‑term
• Culture is family‑like, collaborative, and supportive
• Exceptional industry reputation

Duties

• Draft and argue motions; handle significant writing and research
• Conduct discovery and manage smaller cases independently
• Collaborate on larger, high‑exposure matters
• Participate in case strategy and trial preparation
• Work closely with partners who are known for developing top‑tier attorneys

Salary

💵 Salary: $110,000‑$200,000 (DOE)
🧮 Billables: ~150 hours/month (1800 annually)

Bonuses

• Annual summer bonus for all attorneys and staff
• Generous Benefits - Pension/ Health / Dental / Vision/ Life Insurance

Desired Skills and Experience

• CA BAR
• JD from an ABA accredited school
• Ability to work remotely
• 1-8 years of civil litigation experience (med‑mal preferred but not required)
• Strong writing and research skills
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and proactive
• Thrives in a collaborative environment
• Desire to learn, grow, and take ownership of work

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.