CareerPlan

Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney

HoustonFull-time2026-09-15 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid

Core

Associate Attorney handling medical malpractice claims and healthcare provider litigation for defense.

Role type

Associate Attorney (defense litigation)

Builds

Legal defense strategies and case outcomes for healthcare providers

Domain

Law / Medical Malpractice

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

litigation management, court appearances, deposition handling, motion drafting, settlement negotiation, client communication, legal document drafting

Preferred skills

medical malpractice experience, healthcare defense experience

Technologies

legal research databases, case management systems

Responsibilities

Manage diverse caseload of medical malpractice claims; attend court appearances, depositions, and hearings; draft and review complex legal documents; contribute to case strategy development; support trial preparation and settlement negotiations.

Seniority

Associate (2+ years experience)