Associate Attorney (Med Mal / Healthcare)

For 25 years, we've been at the forefront of innovation in defense litigation-growing from a team of 4 trial lawyers to 450+ across 40+ offices nationwide! Seeking civil litigation defense associates! Apply now!

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio of Defense civil litigation cases
• Draft, analyze, and revise legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery materials
• Advocate for clients in court proceedings, settlement negotiations, mediations, and trials
• Counsel clients on legal exposure, potential liabilities, and strategic risk management

Qualifications

• JD + CA state bar in good standing
• 4+ licensed years of experience in civil litigation 
• experience with Healthcare OR Medical Malpractice defense required
• Demonstrated success handling all phases of litigation, including trials (preferred)

NOTE: Both Orange County AND Los Angeles offices are actively seeking Med Mal attorneys with WFH and Remote flexibilities

Benefits

• UNLIMITED PTO
• John Hancock 401(k) 
• 10+ PAID vacation days per year
• FULL BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Work schedule: REMOTE, Hybrid, OR In-Office (depends on candidate)
• Base Salary is flexible, general range is $150-195k base Depending on Experience
  • + additional production bonus opportunity up to $45,000 per year (paid quarterly)
  • Possible Total Compensation Opportunity is generally approx ~$150-240k annually
• Candidates must be based in Southern California. 
• We offer a flexible hybrid and remote work model, there are times when in-person attendance is required. 
• This includes trial preparation, depositions, court appearances, and other case-related activities. 
• Additionally, the OC office holds mandatory attorney meetings twice a month that require on-site participation.