Attorney - Medical Malpractice

Cranfill Sumner LLP (Wilmington) is seeking an Attorney with a minimum of 4 years of litigation experience to handle healthcare litigation and medical malpractice defense. You will work with experienced attorneys in both liability and medical malpractice working with top tier hospitals, clinics and providers. Candidates should be interested and skilled in working complex areas of law and have excellent written and oral advocacy skills; have proven top-notch client service; plus, enjoy working in a team environment. Self-starters will excel and candidates should be ready to handle an active caseload. Employees enjoy generous benefits and leave policies and a flexible remote work policy.RequirementsActive North Carolina law license, in good standing4+ years of litigation experienceAbility to independently manage a diverse caseloadStrong written and oral advocacy skillsExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailCommitment to client service and collaborative teamworkKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIESPropound, respond to and assess written discoveryConduct and defend depositions, including preparation of clients and expert witnesses, and preparation for examination of adverse expert witnessesPrepare pleadings, motions and briefs, and legal research for complex matters in state and federal courtArgue motions in state and federal courtProvide excellent client service through written and verbal communication, including summaries, strategies, advocacy, updates, and counselCommunicate in person and by telephone, email, etc. with opposing counsel to negotiate issues, including settlement and pre-mediation and pre-trial disclosuresPrepare for and attend mediations, negotiate settlement, and review settlement documentsExperience / knowledge of statutory interpretation, HIPAA laws, medical board work, healthcare industryTrial preparation including strategy; review and analysis of all factual and legal issues relating to compensability, valuation, and constitutional matters; preparation of witnesses, exhibits, motions in limine and supporting briefs; direct and cross examination; jury selection; opening and closing statements; and, arguing/defending motionsCollaboration and Communication appropriate for successful team-oriented workEfficiency and Organization to manage an active caseloadGeneral Technology Skills, e.g., GenAI; Billing Software; Microsoft Suite; Outlook; Legal SearchMake individual and group presentations and write client-focused updates and blogs #J-18808-Ljbffr