Medical Malpractice Defense Associate Attorney

Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year Why This Is a Great Opportunity Join an established litigation team handling complex medical malpractice and healthcare liability matters. Gain meaningful hands-on experience defending sophisticated claims and developing your litigation skills. Work alongside experienced trial attorneys with a strong track record of success. Take ownership of challenging matters while receiving the support of a collaborative legal team. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance and a 401k with employer matching. Receive additional professional support including CLE opportunities, phone reimbursement, and mileage reimbursement. Build long-term career growth in a respected New Jersey litigation practice. Location: Haddon Heights, NJ — primarily on-site, with some flexibility for hybrid arrangements depending on the candidate and specific circumstances. Note: Candidates must be licensed to practice law in New Jersey and have 2+ years of litigation experience, with at least 1 year of experience in medical malpractice, personal injury, general liability, or healthcare litigation strongly preferred. Please include your compensation requirements with your application. About Us We are an established New Jersey litigation firm with decades of experience representing clients in complex matters. Our team is known for aggressive advocacy, responsive client service, creative legal strategies, and a strong record of success. We value attorneys who take initiative, think critically, and work collaboratively to achieve excellent outcomes. Confidential Employer. Job Description Defend complex medical malpractice claims from inception through resolution. Manage litigation matters, deadlines, case strategy, and day-to-day client needs. Conduct legal research and develop persuasive litigation strategies. Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery responses, correspondence, and other legal documents. Participate in discovery, depositions, negotiations, hearings, and other litigation proceedings. Analyze medical records, liability issues, damages, and case-related evidence. Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and other legal professionals. Work independently while collaborating closely with experienced attorneys and the broader legal team. Take initiative, think creatively, and identify practical solutions to challenging litigation issues. Qualifications New Jersey Bar admission required. 2+ years of litigation experience. 1+ year of experience in medical malpractice, personal injury, general liability, or healthcare litigation preferred. Strong legal research, writing, organization, and time-management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication.Ability to manage multiple matters, deadlines, and priorities. Strong judgment, initiative, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability. Pennsylvania Bar admission is preferred but not required. Why You Will Love Working Here You will have the opportunity to work on sophisticated litigation matters while developing your skills alongside experienced attorneys. Our team values initiative, collaboration, creative thinking, and high-quality legal work. This is a strong opportunity for an attorney who wants meaningful responsibility, continued professional development, and a long-term path within a successful litigation practice.

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