Description:

Jefferson Law Center is a rapidly growing plaintiff-side medical malpractice firm seeking two Associate Attorneys to join our team immediately.

Our practice focuses on medical malpractice and catastrophic injury litigation, advocating for individuals and families who have suffered serious harm due to medical mistakes. We are a close-knit team currently consisting of two attorneys, three paralegals, and an administrative assistant, and we are expanding as our caseload continues to grow.

Located in the heart of the Nautical Mile on Jefferson Avenue in St. Clair Shores, our firm is committed to defending the Seventh Amendment and the constitutional right to seek justice for injuries wrongfully inflicted. Our motto, Ad Iustitiam Per Ius (“The Right to Justice”), reflects our dedication to achieving meaningful results for every client we represent.

This is an on-site position based in our St. Clair Shores office.

Responsibilities:
This full-time position involves representing plaintiffs through all stages of medical malpractice and personal injury litigation, including:

Conducting pre-suit investigations and case evaluations
Investigating the facts surrounding medical care and treatment, including birth injury and catastrophic injury claims
Drafting and preparing complaints, notices of intent (NOIs), pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, and discovery materials
Conducting legal and medical research relevant to case development
Reviewing, analyzing, and summarizing medical records, deposition transcripts, and discovery responses
Preparing case evaluation summaries and demand packages
Initiating and conducting depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts
Interviewing and consulting with medical experts
Meeting with clients and professionals to discuss case strategy and developments
Attending and participating in state and federal court proceedings
Organizing and maintaining files within both paper and electronic case management systems
Participating in firm meetings, activities, and strategic discussions
Assisting with marketing initiatives and administrative matters as needed

Qualifications:

0–3 years of experience preferred (on the job training will be provided)
J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
Admission to the State Bar of Michigan
Strong legal writing and research skills
Ability to conduct medical literature research and analyze complex medical records
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work compassionately with clients experiencing traumatic circumstances
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple litigation tasks in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small litigation team
Experience with case management systems such as Clio is a plus

Work Environment: