Associate Attorney (Medical Malpractice)

Robert Half Legal has partnered with a mid-sized plaintiff's law firm in downtown Chicago on an Associate Attorney (Medical Malpractice) position. This position offers the opportunity to handle complex, high-exposure medical negligence cases from intake through trial while advocating for individuals and families impacted by serious healthcare-related injuries.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of plaintiff-side medical malpractice matters from inception through resolution.
• Conduct case evaluations and analyze medical records to identify viable claims.
• Collaborate with medical experts and consultants to develop liability and damages theories.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and settlement demand packages.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, medical providers, and experts.
• Participate in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations.
• Prepare cases for trial, including witness preparation, exhibit management, and trial strategy.
• Conduct legal research and draft persuasive briefs and memoranda.
• Develop and execute case strategies aimed at maximizing client recovery.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary ranging from $130,000–$160,000+, depending on experience
• Multiple ways to bonus - Mid-year & End-of-Year bonus, referral bonus', etc.
• Medical (6 plans to choose from), dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) + 3% profit share
• PTO
• Life Insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability

How to Apply:

For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert - VP, Recruiting Manager - Permanent Placement at justin . rambert @ robert half com

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active license and good standing with the IL State Bar.
• 3+ years of medical malpractice litigation experience on either the plaintiff or defense side.
• Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures and medical malpractice laws.
• Experience handling written discovery, depositions, motion practice, and case management.
• Ability to analyze complex medical issues and collaborate effectively with expert witnesses.
• Excellent legal writing, research, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills.
• Trial experience is highly preferred.

How to Apply:

For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert - VP, Recruiting Manager - Permanent Placement at justin . rambert @ robert half com

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Compensation

$130,000.00-$160,000.00 Yearly

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