Healthcare Litigation Associate

Healthcare Litigation Associate - California (Remote)

Must Be Licensed in California

A nationally recognized healthcare law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its growing California practice. This is a fully remote opportunity offering sophisticated litigation work, direct client interaction, meaningful responsibility, and long-term career development within one of the most complex and rapidly evolving sectors of the economy.

The practice represents hospitals, health systems, physician groups, medical practices, post-acute care providers, clinical laboratories, pharmacies, and emerging healthcare companies in complex litigation, regulatory disputes, investigations, and other high-stakes matters. Prior healthcare litigation experience is not required. Attorneys with strong litigation backgrounds and an interest in healthcare law are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Handle litigation matters through all phases of the case lifecycle
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other substantive filings
• Conduct legal research and prepare persuasive written work product
• Take and defend depositions and participate in witness preparation
• Assist with hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation
• Advise clients on litigation strategy, risk assessment, and dispute resolution
• Collaborate with attorneys across litigation, regulatory, investigations, compliance, and transactional practices
• Manage deadlines and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active California Bar membership
• 2+ years of litigation experience
• Strong motion practice, discovery, deposition, and legal writing skills
• Excellent analytical, research, and oral advocacy abilities
• Ability to independently manage matters while working collaboratively within a team environment
• Experience with complex commercial litigation, healthcare litigation, regulatory litigation, investigations, employment litigation, insurance coverage, or other sophisticated litigation matters is a plus
• Interest in healthcare law, regulatory issues, and highly regulated industries strongly preferred

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary ranging from $195,000 to $360,000, depending on experience and qualifications
• Discretionary bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off and firm holidays
• Fully remote work environment with long-term flexibility
• Meaningful mentorship and direct access to highly experienced attorneys
• Long-term advancement opportunities within a nationally recognized specialty practice

This opportunity offers sophisticated litigation work, significant client interaction, substantial responsibility, and the ability to develop highly specialized expertise while working alongside some of the leading attorneys in the healthcare industry. The firm's collaborative and collegial culture provides a strong platform for both professional growth and long-term career development.