Attorney - Medical Malpractice

Medical Malpractice Associate | Miami, FL - $220K

Our client is a national civil defense firm with a strong Miami office recognized in the South Florida legal community for medical malpractice and healthcare defense. The Miami team defends hospitals, physicians, and healthcare facilities in high-stakes malpractice matters, and the firm has nearly quadrupled in size since before COVID. The billable target is 1,800 hours - below the typical defense-firm expectation - and the compensation is set to the Miami market.

Why You Should Join:

Strong Miami Med Mal Reputation — Recognized locally for defending hospitals, physicians, and healthcare facilities in high-profile malpractice cases

One of the Fastest-Growing Firms in the Country — Nearly quadrupled in size since before COVID, creating real room to move up

1,800-Hour Billable Target — Hundreds of hours back compared with typical insurance and healthcare defense shops

High-Stakes Healthcare Defense — Work involving hospitals, Long-term care, and physician specialties rather than routine volume files

Competitive $220K Miami Compensation — Strong base tailored to the market, with flexibility based on experience

Key Duties:

Defend physicians, hospitals, and healthcare providers in medical malpractice litigation

Manage cases from investigation through medical-record review, discovery, and depositions

Coordinate with medical experts and prepare for mediations and trial

Handle hearings, motion practice, and court appearances

Advise insurers and healthcare clients on strategy and exposure

Requirements:

JD and active Florida bar

3-8+ years of medical malpractice defense or complex healthcare litigation experience

Strong writing, deposition, and case-management skills

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