Attorney | Civil Litigation | Hybrid | 148926

A litigation firm is seeking a Medical Malpractice Defense Associate Attorney in Long Beach for an attorney looking to continue developing as a litigator while building toward trial practice.

This opportunity offers the chance to work in a collaborative team environment gain meaningful experience with depositions discovery motions and court appearances and work alongside experienced litigators while developing long-term litigation skills.

The ideal candidate should have 3 years of civil litigation experience with medical malpractice and/or insurance defense experience preferred. Candidates should have strong writing deposition and discovery skills along with a genuine interest in developing as a trial attorney.

Responsibilities:

• Take and defend depositions including expert witness depositions
• Manage discovery and draft/respond to discovery requests
• Prepare motions pleadings and legal documents
• Attend hearings and court appearances
• Communicate with clients regarding case strategy and updates
• Collaborate with attorneys across the firm

Requirements:

• Medical malpractice or insurance defense experience strongly preferred
• Strong deposition discovery and legal writing skills
• Analytical proactive and detail-oriented approach
• Interest in long-term growth and developing as a trial attorney

What This Opportunity Offers:

• Collaborative and collegial work environment
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced litigators
• Exposure to key litigation responsibilities including depositions motions and court appearances
• Comprehensive benefits package

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base salary of $140000$160000 with potential compensation up to $170000 for exceptional experience
• Quarterly bonus opportunity tied to billable hour performance
• Additional discretionary bonus potential
• Benefits include comprehensive health coverage employer-paid insurance programs retirement benefits with employer match flexible PTO professional development support employee wellness resources and firm-paid professional dues and MCLE.

This is a primarily in-office position in Long Beach with typically one remote workday per week depending on seniority. The interview process is streamlined and typically consists of one in-person interview.

Salary Range: $140000 to $170000

Reference: 148926

Required Experience:

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