Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney

Pay: $115,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a highly respected New England litigation practice with a strong reputation in medical malpractice defense.
• Step into a busy, growing caseload with meaningful client contact and real case responsibility.
• Work alongside experienced partners with a path to long-term leadership as senior attorneys transition practices.
• Enjoy a strong work-life balance with reasonable billable expectations and a collaborative team culture.
• Build your career in New Hampshire, with access to the Seacoast, White Mountains, Boston, and a favorable tax environment.
• Earn competitive compensation, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits.

Location

This role is based in Concord, New Hampshire. The position is on-site 3 to 4 days per week to start, with flexibility for a hybrid schedule after ramp-up.

Note

Qualified candidates must be admitted to practice in New Hampshire and have medical malpractice defense litigation experience.

About Us

We are a well-established New England law firm with a leading litigation practice, strong healthcare clients, and a long-standing reputation for excellence. Our attorneys work in a collaborative, supportive environment where quality legal work, client service, and work-life balance are all valued. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage medical malpractice defense matters from intake through resolution.
• Handle pleadings, discovery, depositions, court appearances, motions, and case strategy.
• Work directly with partners, attorneys, paralegals, and clients on active litigation matters.
• Communicate with healthcare clients, insurers, and other stakeholders regarding case status and strategy.
• Take ownership of files while receiving support, mentorship, and resources from an experienced litigation team.
• Contribute to a growing practice with long-term leadership and advancement potential.

Qualifications

• 1 years of litigation experience.
• Medical malpractice defense experience strongly preferred.
• New Hampshire Bar admission required.
• Strong research, writing, communication, and analytical skills.
• Experience managing files, handling depositions, and appearing in court.
• Trial experience preferred.
• Strong academic credentials preferred.
• Plaintiff-side medical malpractice experience alone will not be the right fit.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Strong platform with established healthcare clients and a steady pipeline of work.
• Opportunity to grow into a leadership role within a respected medical malpractice defense practice.
• Supportive attorneys, paralegals, and staff who value teamwork and collaboration.
• Reasonable billable expectations compared to many litigation firms.
• Hybrid flexibility after initial ramp-up.
• Competitive salary, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits.
• Excellent quality of life in New Hampshire with outdoor recreation, low taxes, and easy access to Boston.

JPC-986

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance