Medical Malpractice Attorney

Job Description

A well-established New Jersey law firm is seeking a Plaintiff's Medical Malpractice Attorney to join its Monmouth County office. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced litigator to take on substantive case responsibility within a collaborative, client-focused practice.

Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of plaintiff-side medical malpractice matters from intake through resolution

Evaluate new cases, work with medical experts, and develop liability and damages theories

Conduct depositions, motion practice, and discovery

Prepare cases for trial and provide trial support/first-chair opportunities as experience warrants

Communicate directly with clients and provide regular case status updates

Collaborate with partners and colleagues on litigation strategy

Qualifications 5+ years of civil litigation experience, with plaintiff-side medical malpractice experience strongly preferred

Active New Jersey Bar license in good standing

Strong writing, deposition, and courtroom skills

Comfort working with medical experts and complex medical records

Ability to manage a caseload independently while working well within a team environment

What We Offer

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Collaborative, supportive firm culture

Opportunities for professional growth and case ownership

Convenient Monmouth County office location

The annual salary for this position is between $130,000 and $180,000. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.