Medical Malpractice Attorney

DescriptionTrial Attorney – Medical Malpractice DefenseRobert Half Legal is partnering with a highly regarded litigation firm to identify an experienced Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney to join its growing practice. This is a compelling opportunity for a seasoned litigator seeking a long-term platform with a sophisticated defense firm that offers a clear path toward partnership and firm leadership.This practice represents physicians, surgeons, dentists, hospitals, healthcare systems, and allied medical providers in complex, high-exposure medical negligence and professional liability matters.ResponsibilitiesIndependently manage a full lifecycle caseload of medical malpractice and healthcare liability matters from intake through resolutionServe as first-chair or senior second-chair trial counsel in jury trials, arbitrations, and mediationsConduct and defend expert and fact witness depositions, including treating physicians and retained medical expertsDevelop and execute case strategy, including liability, causation, and damages analysis in complex medical scenariosDraft and argue dispositive motions, motions in limine, and Daubert/Frye challenges to expert testimonyRetain, prepare, and collaborate with medical experts across specialtiesParticipate in client development and relationship management, including insurer and healthcare system clientsMentor junior attorneys and contribute to overall practice group developmentQualifications5+ years of civil litigation experience, with significant exposure to medical malpractice, healthcare liability, or complex defense litigationDemonstrated trial experience, including meaningful first-chair or advanced second-chair responsibilities in jury trialsAdvanced experience taking and defending physician, expert, and 30(b)(6) depositionsStrong command of medical-legal concepts, including standard of care, causation, and damages modeling in healthcare litigationProven ability to work with and challenge expert testimony across medical specialtiesExcellent legal writing, oral advocacy, and case strategy development skillsAbility to independently manage a high-value, complex caseload with minimal supervisionStrong client-facing skills with the ability to build trust with physicians, hospital administrators, and insurance carriersWhy This OpportunityCompetitive base salary with performance-based bonus structure tied to productivity and originationsImmediate access to meaningful trial work and direct client interactionRobust business development and marketing resources to support practice growthClear and achievable path to partnership and leadership within the firmFlexible work arrangements and autonomy in managing your practiceComprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, retirement plans, and flexible/unlimited PTOThis opportunity is ideal for a trial attorney who is looking to elevate their practice, take on more first-chair responsibility, and join a firm that values trial excellence, strategic advocacy, and long-term professional growth.Requirements• Active admission to the Oregon Bar is required.• Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing civil litigation.• Background in defense litigation, insurance defense, or liability matters is required.• Experience handling depositions, including preparing witnesses and defending testimony.• Strong legal writing skills with the ability to prepare motions, briefs, and other court submissions.• Demonstrated ability to support cases through discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school is required.Job typePerm