Attorney - medical malpractice defense
7 days ago
Atlanta
Our medical malpractice defense firm is seeking an experienced civil litigator to join our team. The Attorney - Civil Litigation (Defense) will manage an active caseload from intake through resolution, partnering closely with partners, nurses, paralegals, and staff. Ideal candidates bring strong defense-side experience, excellent writing and advocacy skills, and the ability to drive matters forward with autonomy. Key Responsibilities • Ethically, responsibly, and autonomously manage day-to-day case operations with minimal supervision; escalate material issues to partners as appropriate., • Track and manage case deadlines (including answers, discovery, motions, and court-ordered schedules)., • Draft and finalize pleadings and discovery (answers, discovery requests and responses, disclosures, productions, deposition summaries, and motion practice)., • Oversee and coordinate nurse, paralegal, and secretary staff to ensure clear task delegation and timely execution., • Attend and cover depositions; prepare detailed deposition reports and case assessments., • Coordinate and conduct calls with expert witnesses; assist with expert strategy and preparation., • Review and analyze medical records; collaborate with nurses and paralegals to organize expert packets and case materials., • Prepare for trial, including pretrial filings, exhibit and witness preparation, and trial notebooks; attend and participate in trial., • Meet billable expectations: 1,950 hours per year (162.5 hours per month). Required Qualifications • Attorney - Civil Litigation (Defense): Minimum 3 years of civil litigation experience on the defense side., • Active and in-good-standing Georgia Bar License., • Proven experience drafting pleadings, managing discovery, taking/defending depositions, and handling court appearances., • Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage a high-volume docket with strong attention to detail and deadlines., • Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills. Preferred Qualifications • 2–4+ years of medical malpractice and/or civil litigation defense experience., • Prior trial preparation and courtroom experience (state and/or federal)., • Experience working with expert witnesses and medical record analysis (assisted by our nurses). Skills for Success • Strategic case management and litigation judgment., • Exceptional written communication and persuasive motion practice., • Deposition preparation, coverage, and reporting., • Expert coordination, including medical record analysis and synthesis., • Team leadership and cross-functional collaboration with nurses, paralegals, and administrative staff., • Organization, time management, and deadline control under billable metrics., • Professionalism, integrity, and client service orientation. Why Join Us • Competitive compensation: From $100,000.00 per year., • Meaningful, hands-on litigation experience with supportive partner mentorship., • Opportunity to own your caseload and contribute to strategy in a collaborative defense team. Benefits • 401(k), • Dental insurance, • Employee assistance program, • Flexible spending account, • Health insurance, • Life insurance, • Paid time off, • Parental leave, • Retirement plan, • Vision insurance Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k), • Dental insurance, • Employee assistance program, • Flexible spending account, • Health insurance, • Life insurance, • Paid time off, • Parental leave, • Retirement plan, • Vision insurance Experience: • civil litigation attorney: 3 years (Required) License/Certification: • Georgia Bar License (Required) Work Location: In person