Trial Attorney - Medical Malpractice Defense

Otjen Law Firm, SC; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Otjen Law Firm, SC is seeking an attorney to join a medium-sized litigation team defending medical negligence actions in Wisconsin. The role emphasizes extensive trial involvement and requires handling cases from inception through trial, with strong research, writing, and organizational skills to support a trial-focused environment.

Responsibilities include managing cases, preparing for trials, conducting research, drafting pleadings, handling discovery, negotiating settlements, and appearing in

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of litigation experience.
• Admission to State Bar and active state bar license.
• Proven trial litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases from inception to completion.
• Prepare for trials and participate in jury trial representation.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft pleadings.
• Consult with clients and manage discovery processes.
• Negotiate settlements and appear in court.
• Produce clear and persuasive legal writing.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Case management

Education

State Bar Admission

Job description

Job Description

The Attorney will join a medium-sized litigation team specializing in defending medical negligence actions. The role demands extensive trial involvement and requires an attorney with a strong background in litigation, capable of managing cases from inception to completion, including jury trials. The ideal candidate will have outstanding research, writing, and organizational skills, contributing effectively to the firm's trial-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases from inception to completion
• Prepare for trials and participate in jury trial representation
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft pleadings
• Consult with clients and manage discovery processes
• Negotiate settlements and appear in court
• Produce clear and persuasive legal writing

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of litigation experience
• Admission to State Bar and active state bar license
• Proven trial litigation experience