Senior Counsel - Medical Malpractice Litigation (Remote)

Cleveland Clinic; Carson City (NV); Remote; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic is seeking a Senior Counsel - Litigation to join our Law Department-Legal team. You will support a business unit through direct legal practice and supervision of internal staff and outside counsel, overseeing medical malpractice litigation, and negotiating settlements.

The role requires a JD from an ABA-accredited school, active admission or eligibility to the state bar, and 10 years of relevant experience in both law firm and in-house settings.

Qualifications

• J.D. required from ABA-accredited law school.
• Member in good standing of the state bar or eligible to become a member within a reasonable period.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct legal practice and supervise internal staff and outside counsel within the assigned practice area.
• Oversee and manage medical malpractice litigation; oversee outside counsel; investigate and negotiate claims and settlements.
• Collaborate with business partners and caregiver groups on risk, claims, and litigation matters.
• Mentor and train attorneys and other staff; delegate matters when necessary.
• Assist in budget processes and manage outside counsel cost-effectively.

Education

Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Active state bar admission or eligible for admission

Job description

Cleveland Clinic is seeking a Senior Counsel - Litigation to join our Law Department-Legal team. You will support a business unit through direct legal practice and supervision of internal staff and outside counsel, overseeing medical malpractice litigation, and negotiating settlements.

The role requires a JD from an ABA-accredited school, active admission or eligibility to the state bar, and 10 years of relevant experience in both law firm and in-house settings.