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Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney
We are seeking a skilled Medical Malpractice Associate to join our dynamic team at a top-tier defense law firm. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of medical malpractice experience (defense side preferred) and possess exceptional legal research and writing skills.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze medical malpractice claims, review relevant medical records, and devise tailored defense strategies.
- Conduct detailed investigations into allegations, securing vital evidence, interviewing clients, and collaborating with medical experts.
- Litigation Representation: Represent clients in depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials for medical malpractice defense cases.
- Drafting Legal Documents: Prepare legal briefs, motions, and other court documents as needed to support client defense.
- Compliance and Risk Management: Provide guidance to clients on mitigating liability and complying with medical and legal standards, especially those specific to New York.
- Maintain open communication with clients to provide updates on case progress and offer legal advice.
- Medical Expert Collaboration: Work with medical professionals to evaluate the standard of care and secure expert testimony.
Requirements:
- NY Barred Attorney in good standing.
- Excellent writing skills.
