Orange County: Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney

Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP; Orange (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP in Orange County is seeking an associate attorney with 1-5 years of experience to join its expanding medical malpractice litigation group. This position requires California licensure and involves working closely with lead attorneys on various litigation phases.

The firm offers a competitive salary package, a flexible work-from-home policy, and a commitment to diversity and inclusivity. Benefits include comprehensive insurance options and potential bonuses.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience in medical malpractice litigation.
• Licensed in California.
• Experience in insurance defense litigation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation.
• Participate in rapid response investigations and case evaluations.
• Support discovery processes and trial presentations.

Skills

Excellent research and writing skills

Strategic thinking

Job description

The Orange County office of WSHB, a national civil litigation defense firm, is looking for associate applicants with at least 1-5 years of experience for its expanding medical malpractice litigation group. You must be licensed in California- no exceptions.

As the ‘go to’ litigation firm for dozens of domestic and international insurance carriers, as well as many large private clients, WSHB attorneys handle a wide-spectrum of matters. On a daily basis, associates work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation, from rapid response investigations following catastrophic losses, case evaluation and reporting, discovery and depositions, through trial presentation, with an emphasis on strategic thinking to meet client objectives. Recognized nationally for its commitment to diversity and an inclusive atmosphere, WSHB provides attorneys a flexible work from home policy and the opportunity to collaborate with lead attorneys across offices as well as across a variety of practice areas. Excellent research and writing skills are a must. Experience in insurance defense litigation and general familiarity with carrier billing and reporting guidelines is preferred. Join an innovative firm and team of attorneys with a reputation for professional excellence that offer the flexibility and casualness of the modern legal practice.

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account