Medical Malpractice Attorney

About the Firm

Our Client is a well-established, highly respected law firm known for its collaborative culture, sophisticated legal work, and commitment to professional growth. With a strong presence throughout New York, the firm offers attorneys the opportunity to handle meaningful, high-stakes matters while maintaining flexibility and a supportive work-life balance.

The Opportunity

Our Client is seeking a Medical Malpractice Attorney to join its premier defense practice in White Plains, NY. This is a hybrid role, offering a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. The ideal candidate is a sharp litigator with a deep understanding of medical legal issues, passionate about defense advocacy, and dedicated to delivering high-quality results in a team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of medical malpractice and professional liability matters from inception through resolution.
• Conduct and defend depositions of parties, non-parties, and expert witnesses.
• Draft complex pleadings, substantive motions, and appellate briefs.
• Represent clients in court for preliminary conferences, oral arguments, and trial proceedings.
• Analyze medical records and consult with expert witnesses to develop defense strategies.
• Collaborate with partners and trial teams on high-exposure litigation and settlement negotiations.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with the New York State Bar.
• 2–7+ years of experience in medical malpractice or complex insurance defense litigation.
• Exceptional skills in legal research, writing, and oral advocacy.
• Ability to translate complex medical data into persuasive legal arguments.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage discovery deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between [$140,000 – $210,000 annually]. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [life insurance] [long-term disability insurance] [short-term disability insurance] [2 to 3 weeks of paid time off].