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Medical Malpractice Attorney

United States, Mill Valley · Job Posted May 15, 2026
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Job Description

A respected California-based law firm is seeking a Medical Malpractice Attorney with 5–10+ years of experience to join its North Bay practice. This role offers a flexible hybrid schedule with minimal in-office requirements and the opportunity to handle sophisticated med mal matters from inception through resolution.

Job Responsibility

  • Manage a full caseload of medical malpractice matters, including complex claims
  • Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, and discovery
  • Conduct depositions of parties, experts, and witnesses
  • Work closely with medical experts and analyze records for case strategy
  • Represent clients at mediations, arbitrations, and trials as needed
  • Provide strategic guidance and case evaluations to clients

Requirements

  • 5–10+ years of medical malpractice experience (defense or plaintiff-side)
  • Active California Bar license in good standing
  • Strong litigation, research, and writing skills
  • Deposition and courtroom experience preferred
  • Ability to manage cases independently while collaborating with a team

What we offer

  • medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance
  • enrollment in company 401(k) plan (for contract/temporary professionals)
  • free online training

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