Medical Malpractice Litigation Attorney

Job Title: Medical Malpractice Litigation Attorney

Job Overview:
A respected law firm located in Denver, CO, is seeking an experienced Medical Malpractice Litigation Attorney to join their legal team. This position offers the opportunity to handle complex medical malpractice litigation cases and work within a dynamic team environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong case management skills and experience in medical malpractice defense, with the possibility of a hybrid working schedule following successful training.

Duties:

• Represent clients in medical malpractice litigation cases from start to finish.
• Manage and oversee case files, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Participate in depositions, including taking and defending fact and expert depositions.
• Prepare and engage with expert witnesses, including drafting expert disclosures and reports.
• Handle all aspects of pre-trial discovery, including managing large document productions and database matters.
• Draft pre-trial motions and handle related legal procedures.
• Manage client relationships and communication, ensuring clear and effective reporting on case progress.
• Coordinate with insurance claims representatives, offering case assessments and strategy recommendations.
• Lead first-chair mediations and trial/arbitration proceedings.
• Supervise paralegals and delegate appropriate tasks to ensure case efficiency.
• Contribute to business development efforts, including marketing and drafting legal publications.
• Travel as needed to attend court hearings, depositions, and meetings with clients.

Requirements:

• Licensed to practice law in Colorado.
• Previous experience in medical malpractice litigation is preferred.
• Strong case management, research, and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both in writing and verbally.
• Skilled in using Microsoft Word and Outlook for case management and communication.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned cases.
• Experience with pre-trial motions and expert witness preparation.
• Experience in first-chair mediation and trial experience is a plus.
• Strong business development and client relations skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active and valid license to practice law in Colorado.

Skills:

• Legal research and writing.
• Litigation and trial experience.
• Case management and client relations.
• Expert witness engagement and deposition handling.
• Business development and marketing skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and case management software.

Job Location:

• Denver, CO

Benefits:

• Financial stability with a competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance plans fully covered by the firm.
• Generous paid time off policy.
• Hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office, 2 days remote).
• A professional yet business casual work environment.
• On-site training and continuous learning opportunities.
• Access to modern technology and in-house IT support.

This mid-sized Denver firm practices in the areas of business transactions, commercial litigation, employment and insurance, along with representation in the areas of environmental, estate planning, governmental contracting, health care, intellectual property, professional and product liability, and real estate. With over 50 years of experience in the legal industry, this firm does substantive work in most practice areas. This is one of Colorado's most respected law firms. In the Colorado legal community, this firm has earned the reputation for on-time delivery of legal services and consistently has provided cost effective representation.