Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney: Counsel Level

Step Into High-Stakes Healthcare Litigation with Immediate Case Responsibility (Atlanta)

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Salary: $170,000 - $200,000 per year

A bit about us:

A well-established and growing litigation firm is seeking a Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney to join its Atlanta office. This role offers immediate exposure to complex, high-stakes healthcare litigation and the opportunity to manage cases from inception through resolution in a collaborative, trial-focused environment.

Why join us?

Job qualifications:


J.D. from an accredited law school
Active Georgia Bar license (required) [linkedin.com]
7+ years of civil litigation experience (medical malpractice or insurance defense preferred) [linkedin.com]
Experience with motion practice, depositions, and case management [reedglobal.us]
Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills [reedglobal.us]
Ability to independently manage files in a fast-paced litigation environment

Job Details

Handle all phases of medical malpractice defense litigation, including case evaluation, strategy development, and trial preparation [linkedin.com]
Manage an active caseload involving physicians, hospitals, and healthcare systems [linkedin.com]
Draft and argue pleadings, motions, and discovery
Take and defend fact and expert depositions, including medical experts [ziprecruiter.com]
Attend hearings, mediations, and trials across Georgia
Analyze medical records and work with expert witnesses to develop defense strategies
Communicate directly with clients, insurers, and healthcare professionals to provide case updates and risk assessments
Collaborate with partners and litigation teams on high-exposure matters

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