Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney
3 weeks ago
Job Posting: Associate Attorney - Medical Malpractice Defense
Location: Larchmont, CA
Firm Overview and Culture Highlights
A boutique defense firm with a strong focus on medical malpractice defense (representing hospitals and doctors) and premises liability cases has partnered with Adams & Martin Group to locate their next Associate Attorney. This firm boasts very low turnover, approachable partners, and a supportive, team-oriented environment. It's a great place to grow your career
Culture Highlights:
- Family-focused, laid-back atmosphere
- Flexible hours accommodating personal obligations (e.g., school drop-offs)
- Collaborative, with no rigid hierarchies
- Art Deco-style office with private parking
- Located in Larchmont, a vibrant area with excellent lunch spots
Benefits Include:
- 100% PPO health insurance (Anthem) for employee, spouse, and children
- Dental insurance
- 401(k) with a 5% match (fully vested after 5 years)
- Bar dues and CLE expenses covered
- Vacation Paid: 2 weeks to start, 3 weeks after 5 years
- Parking provided
Associate Attorney-
Focus: Medical Malpractice Defense (85%) and Premises Liability (15%)
Work Setup: In office then flexes to Hybrid (4-5 days in-office for the first 3-4 months, then 3 days in-office and 2 remote).
About the Role:
- Manage a caseload of 15-17 medical malpractice and premises liability cases with minimal supervision
- Take and defend depositions, including with doctors and nurses
- Draft and prepare motions (including motions for summary judgment). MSJ writing samples required
- Participate in mediations alongside a partner
- Prepare for trials
- Minimum 5 years of litigation experience (medical malpractice defense is essential)
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of case files is critical
Billable Hours: 160 hours/month (1,920 annually)
Salary Range: $130,000-$165,000 (depending on experience, 3-5 years preferred)
Bonuses: Discretionary, typically reviewed at year-end
The ideal candidate is independent and capable of managing a desk with minimal supervision, experienced with depositions, motion drafting, and motions for summary judgment, and looking for a collaborative, family-friendly environment with flexibility and long-term growth potential.
Ready to join a close-knit team and make a difference? Apply now
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
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