Attorney/Lawyer

DescriptionWe are looking for an attorney to join an established boutique defense firm in Irvine, California. This position offers the opportunity to manage a meaningful caseload focused on medical malpractice matters while working closely with an experienced legal team. Responsibilities:• Manage a docket of medical malpractice and administrative defense matters at various stages of litigation with a high degree of independence. Newly barred attorneys will be trained!• Prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents to support case strategy and client representation.• Conduct legal research and develop persuasive written arguments for contested issues, hearings, and motion practice.• Appear at court hearings, argue motions, and represent clients effectively in related proceedings.• Take and defend depositions, coordinate discovery efforts, and maintain momentum on case progression.• Handle matters involving board and licensing defense for healthcare providers, including administrative hearings when needed.• Track billable work consistently and maintain timely, high-quality work product in accordance with firm expectations.• Use the firm’s legal technology tools, including case management and time-entry systems, to organize files, monitor deadlines, and support efficient case handling.Requirements• Active license to practice law and good standing with the applicable state bar.• Experience or demonstrated capability in civil litigation, including drafting motions, briefing issues, and managing discovery.• Ability to work independently while handling a substantial caseload with limited day-to-day supervision.• Strong oral advocacy skills with confidence in hearings, depositions, and other litigation-related appearances.• Excellent legal writing and research abilities with careful attention to detail and deadlines.• Detail-focused, respectful approach to working with legal assistants, administrative staff, attorneys, and clients.• Willingness to work onsite in Irvine, California, particularly during onboarding and while developing familiarity with the practice area.Job typePerm