Description:
A Full-Service Law Firm's Houston office is currently seeking a Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney.This position offers medical malpractice associates the opportunity to develop deposition, hearing and trial experience by working with seasoned litigation attorneys at a prominent national firm that represents local, regional and national healthcare clients.
The Firm:
A Full-Service Law Firm is a full-service and leading defense litigation law firm who faithfully serves our clients with more than 1,000 attorneys, across 42 offices in the United States and one in London. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 53rd in The National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms.
The Position:
Qualifications:
- JD from an accredited law school
- Must be admitted to practice in TX
- 3+ years of defense litigation experience
- Experience in Medical Malpractice preferred
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Legal project management experience is helpful
Responsibilities:
- Independently manage a caseload involving medical malpractice claims
- Work closely with other attorneys, team members, and Partners on legal projects
- Regularly handle court appearances and depositions
- Communicate with clients and provide status reports
