Litigation Attorney

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney with a strong background in medical malpractice defense to manage cases from inception through trial and arbitration. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of medicine, medical‑legal issues, and California litigation procedures, and will demonstrate the ability to develop and execute effective defense strategies.

• Manage all aspects of assigned medical malpractice cases, including trial and arbitration preparation and presentation
• Collaborate with trial/lead attorneys to formulate discovery and investigation strategies
• Coordinate with Claims Specialists to obtain concurrence on defense preparation and case strategy
• Prepare pleadings, motions, and other legal filings
• Draft, review, and respond to discovery requests
• Attend court appearances, hearings, and conferences
• Prepare cases for trial and arbitration, including witness and exhibit preparation
• Represent physicians at depositions in deposition‑only matters
• Respond to hotline inquiries from the Claims Department
• Assist trial/lead attorneys in preparing reports to Claims throughout all stages of litigation to ensure timely reporting and completion of case work‑up
• Ensure cost‑effective case handling and overall defense strategy
• Share legal knowledge and best practices with other attorneys
• Comply with all Defense Attorney Guidelines and internal policies

Education:

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

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of medical malpractice litigation experience

Licensure:

• Active license to practice law in the State of California

• Strong understanding of medical and healthcare‑related legal issues
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Strategic thinker with sound judgment and attention to detail