Litigation Attorney Medical Malpractice and Professional Liability Defense

Job Overview: A reputable litigation-focused law firm in Boise is seeking a skilled Litigation Attorney with a minimum of two years of experience. The position will focus primarily on medical malpractice and professional liability defense, as well as handling matters related to transportation law, personal injury defense, and administrative law. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in legal research, writing, and analysis, and must be capable of managing cases independently with minimal supervision.

Duties:

• Handle litigation matters related to medical malpractice, professional liability defense, transportation law, and personal injury defense.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and draft briefs, motions, and other court filings.
• Analyze legal documents, assess case strategy, and develop effective defense arguments.
• Manage case files efficiently, ensuring deadlines are met and tasks are completed on schedule.
• Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and external parties.
• Represent clients in administrative law matters, court hearings, and trials.
• Collaborate with team members on complex cases and participate in case strategy discussions.

Requirements:

• Minimum of two years of legal experience, including clerkships (litigation experience preferred).
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage a case docket independently with minimal supervision.
• Time-management and organizational skills to handle multiple cases simultaneously.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active and in-good-standing member of the Idaho State Bar.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research and drafting of court documents.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Skilled in courtroom representation and case strategy development.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple case priorities.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.