General Litigation Medical Malpractice Defense Associate Attorney

A law firm in Phoenix is seeking a General Litigation Medical Malpractice Defense Associate Attorney with 1 year of experience. The candidate must have passed the Arizona State Bar and possess excellent academic, written and verbal communication, research, and negotiation skills. Experience in general litigation or with insurance defense and health care malpractice issues is a plus.

Duties:

• Defend healthcare providers and institutions in medical malpractice cases.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Prepare for and attend hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Assist in trial preparation and participate in trials as needed.
• Provide advice and counsel to clients on legal matters.
• Manage case files and documentation.
• Collaborate with partners and other attorneys on case strategy and resolution.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Arizona State Bar.
• 1 year of legal experience.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong research and negotiation skills.
• Experience in general litigation or with insurance defense and health care malpractice issues is a plus.

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Admission to the Arizona State Bar.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Familiarity with medical malpractice defense issues is preferred.

This mid-sized firm has a long history of providing legal services in Phoenix. They have a diverse practice that includes corporate, litigation, employment, environmental, tax, intellectual property, and other areas of law, and their clients range from Fortune 100 corporations to government entities and individuals. The firm has a strong commitment to community service, and its attorneys frequently volunteer their time and provide pro bono legal services to worthy causes throughout Arizona.