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A respected defense litigation firm is seeking a Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney to represent physicians, hospitals, healthcare systems, nursing facilities, and other healthcare providers in complex medical malpractice and professional liability matters. This role offers significant responsibility managing cases from inception through resolution while working closely with medical experts and sophisticated institutional clients.
Job Responsibility
Managing medical malpractice cases through all phases of litigation
Developing and executing defense strategies tailored to complex healthcare liability claims
Conducting and defending depositions of plaintiffs, healthcare providers, fact witnesses, and expert witnesses
Retaining and coordinating with medical experts across various specialties
Drafting pleadings, motions, discovery responses, legal memoranda, and appellate submissions
Arguing motions and appearing in court for hearings, conferences, mediations, and settlement negotiations
Reviewing and analyzing medical records, expert reports, and healthcare documentation
Providing regular case evaluations, litigation updates, and strategic advice to clients and insurers
Assisting with trial preparation and participating in trial proceedings when necessary
Requirements
At least 3 years of experience practicing civil litigation, with prior exposure to medical malpractice or liability matters strongly preferred
Demonstrated experience handling depositions, motion practice, and complex discovery
Ability to understand and analyze complex medical records and expert testimony
Strong written advocacy, courtroom, and client communication skills
Experience working with hospitals, healthcare providers, insurance carriers, or professional liability matters is highly desirable
Admission to practice in New York
What we offer
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance