Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney - Remote

Overview

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1,250 attorneys in 44 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus and a Women in the Law Forum Gold Standard Law Firm.

In Short

• Excellent opportunity for an Associate to learn and grow.
• Independently manage a caseload involving medical malpractice claims.
• Work closely with other attorneys and team members.
• Handle court appearances and depositions.
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports.
• Opportunity to handle significant caseload of COVID lawsuits.
• Flexible, hybrid working arrangement.
• 2+ years of defense litigation experience required.
• Experience in Medical Malpractice preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Must be admitted to practice in NY.
• 2+ years of defense litigation experience.
• Experience in Medical Malpractice preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Legal project management experience is helpful.

Benefits

• Flexible remote and hybrid work arrangements.
• Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match.
• Generous PTO plan.
• Ample opportunities for professional development.
• Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits.