Associate Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Miami, FL to join its plaintiffs' medical malpractice and personal injury team. This role involves working directly with the Managing Partner on high-stakes catastrophic injury and medical malpractice cases, offering a clear path to greater case responsibility and career growth.

Duties

• Assist with a caseload of medical malpractice, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death matters from intake through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation documents.
• Prepare for and eventually take and defend depositions of parties, treating physicians, and expert witnesses.
• Work with the managing partner and paralegal staff to develop case strategy and trial preparation.
• Review and analyze medical records to identify and develop claims of negligence and damages.
• Communicate directly with clients to provide case updates and manage expectations.
• Attend hearings, mediations, and trials as needed.
• Coordinate with expert witnesses on causation, standard of care, and damages issues.
• Manage and oversee case deadlines to ensure compliance with all court deadlines.

Requirements

• 0-3 years of litigation experience, ideally in plaintiffs' medical malpractice or personal injury.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Prior clerkship or law review experience preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active member in good standing of The Florida Bar.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a client-focused approach.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple case deadlines independently.
• Highly intelligent, self-starting, and driven, with a strong academic and professional pedigree.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with annual discretionary bonus tied to individual and firm performance.
• Full health care coverage and HSA, plus dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with profit sharing program participation.
• Life and disability insurance available.
• Parking included.
• Paid time off.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
801 Brickell Avenue, Suite 900
Miami
Florida
United States 33131
Phone : (305) 570-3575
Fax : (213) 895-7306