Litigation Associate
3 weeks ago
Who we are…
Burns White’s Wilkes-Barre Healthcare Litigation practice focuses on representing doctors, hospitals, and healthcare and long-term care facilities in medical malpractice and liability matters. It’s true that our work can be demanding at times – but it is rewarding and challenging. There is tremendous opportunity for team members at all levels to do substantive work and manage their own cases. We are one of ten offices across Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Ohio, West Virginia, and Tampa. We offer the casual environment and flexibility of a small office, but enjoy the extensive resources and support systems of a larger firm.
What sets us apart…
Attorneys have opportunities to take on a level of responsibility not often available at other firms. With us, you won’t spend all of your time answering discovery and pushing papers – you will manage cases and engage directly with clients. Here, you can cut your own path.
What you bring to the table…
- license required (NJ license a plus)
- ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of litigation experience and prior experience with medical malpractice defense and/or insurance defense cases is a plus.
- experience taking depositions, ability to strategize, plan, and prepare for depositions.
- to work independently with little direction, and as part of a team.
- communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with clients.
- organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills.
- Excellent writing skills and the ability to synthesize complex legal and medical information ~ journal experience a plus
- Top notch general and legal research skills across the spectrum of search engines.
- Eagerness to be part of a high-level litigation team and the motivation to put in the work to get there.
- A “can do” attitude and a desire to excel along with continuous attention to detail in all areas of work.
What we offer…
- complex work that will make you a better litigator.
- to interact with clients and be part of a team.
- Access to a team of experienced lawyers who want you to develop and excel as a litigator.
- A collegial work setting where questions are welcome and support is provided.
- Meaningful feedback on work and projects on an ongoing and as-needed basis.
- Firm-wide initiatives and training for associate attorneys
- benefits, competitive salary, and flexibility.
Burns White completes criminal background screenings for all new hires as a condition of employment.
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No phone calls, please
EOE
