Medical Malpractice Litigation Associate Attorney

Location: Richmond, VA (On-site)

Firm: Hancock Daniel

Job Type: Full-time | Lateral Opportunity | 3-10 Years of Experience

Discover the Next Step in Your Litigation Career

Are you a litigation attorney ready for your next challenge—or curious about new possibilities where your skills are truly valued?

Hancock Daniel, a nationally recognized health law firm, is hiring a civil litigation Associate Attorney with experience in complex defense work or medical malpractice to join our Medical Malpractice Defense Team in Richmond, Virginia.

What You’ll Do

You'll be trusted with meaningful, hands-on litigation work from the start, including:

• Case evaluation and strategy development
• Client interaction and collaboration with experienced partners
• Engagement with medical experts
• Pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motions, and trial prep
• Courtroom exposure and growth as a litigator
  
  

We believe in investing in your development and will provide personalized mentorship, substantive experience, and opportunities to advance.

Who We’re Looking For

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice in Virginia, or ability to waive in
• 3-10 years of litigation experience (preferably in medical malpractice or civil defense)
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Familiarity with medical terminology—or willingness to learn
• A commitment to exceptional client service and continuous learning
  
  

Why Hancock Daniel?

• Competitive compensation
• Top-tier bonus program tied to performance and productivity
• 1850-hour billing target—reasonable and sustainable
• Supportive, team-oriented culture that encourages professional and personal growth
• Opportunities to make a real impact in health care litigation
  
  

At the time of posting, the expected hiring range for this position is $115,000 to $175,000. An individual’s placement within the range will be determined based on relevant factors, including but not limited to education, training, skills, licensure and certifications, practice area, experience, internal equity, and market data.

Let’s Talk

Whether you’re actively seeking a new role or just exploring what’s next, we’d love to connect. Join a team where your voice matters and your work makes a difference.

Apply today by submitting a letter of interest and resume to www.hancockdaniel.com/careers .

Hancock Daniel is an equal-opportunity employer. We participate in E-Verify.