Associate Attorney - Litigation - Medical Malpractice Defense

Job Overview A respected and growing law firm is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join its Health Law - Medical Malpractice Defense team in the Kansas City, MO office. This is a hybrid or remote position where you will handle complex and high-exposure medical malpractice matters, representing healthcare providers, hospitals, and medical professionals. Base Pay Range $110,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr Additional Compensation Types Annual Bonus Ideal Experience 2+ years of litigation experience, preferably focused on medical malpractice defense or related cases. Experience handling all phases of litigation, including written discovery, depositions, motion practice, expert coordination, and trial preparation. Excellent legal writing, analytical, and advocacy skills. Ability to manage files independently while collaborating effectively with a team. Admission to practice in Missouri (Kansas admission a plus). Compensation and Benefits The firm offers a strong, well-rounded benefits package, including 3 weeks of vacation. While the formal billable requirement is 1,920 hours, associates can count up to 80 hours of vacation toward that total, putting the true client billable expectation closer to 1,840 hours. Associates actually use their vacation time. Application Process To be considered for this position, submit your resume. Qualified candidates will be invited to a screening interview and may be asked to provide further materials, such as a writing sample and academic transcript. Your application will be handled with complete confidentiality and will only be shared with our client if you provide explicit permission. Additional Information Seniority level: Associate Employment type: Full-time Job function: Legal, Consulting, Writing/Editing Industries: Legal Services and Law Practice #J-18808-Ljbffr