Medical Malpractice Attorney
Job Description
Job Description
Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney | Elite Defense Firm
Location: Raleigh, NC
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Firm Overview
This premier regional defense firm is widely recognized for its "family-first" culture and a 30-year legacy of excellence in North Carolina’s legal community. Specializing in high-stakes defense for healthcare providers and insurance carriers, the firm offers a collaborative atmosphere where attorneys are empowered with the resources of a large firm while enjoying the interpersonal feel of a boutique. They pride themselves on a trial-ready philosophy and a commitment to protecting the reputations of medical professionals.
The Role
The firm is seeking a sharp, detail-oriented Medical Malpractice Attorney to join their Raleigh office. This role involves the defense of physicians, hospitals, and nursing homes in complex professional liability claims.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead complex defense strategies for medical malpractice and professional liability cases.
- Analyze medical records and consult with medical experts to build technical defense theories.
- Conduct and defend depositions of plaintiffs, treating physicians, and expert witnesses.
- Draft and argue high-level motions , including motions for summary judgment and motions to exclude experts (Daubert/Rule 702).
- Prepare for and second-chair/lead trials in state and federal courts.
- Provide clear, concise reporting to insurance claims professionals and hospital risk managers.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Active License to practice law in North Carolina.
- Experience: Minimum of 2–5 years in civil litigation, specifically within Medical Malpractice or complex Insurance Defense.
- Strong Medical Literacy: The ability to digest and translate complex medical issues into legal arguments.
- Resilience: Comfortable in a high-pressure, trial-focused litigation environment.
Key Words: Medical Malpractice, Healthcare Litigation, Insurance Defense, Tort Law, MedMal, Professional Liability, Trial Advocacy, NC Bar, Medical Records Analysis.
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