Posted 07/14/2025
Job Number: 13511
Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney
Phoenix, Arizona • Onsite
Industry: Legal Services
Job Category: Legal
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $150,000 - $250,000/Annually
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Job Description
A respected Phoenix-based law firm specializing in medical malpractice and healthcare defense litigation, is seeking an experienced Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney to join its growing and highly skilled legal team. This is a full-scope litigation role handling high-value, complex med-mal defense cases from intake through trial. Candidates will collaborate closely with a dedicated support team of legal nurse consultants and paralegals. The firm is looking for a sharp, ambitious litigator who thrives in fast-paced environments and is ready to become a future leader within the organization.
Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of 20–30 active medical malpractice defense matters
- Handle all aspects of litigation from intake to resolution
- Collaborate with partners, associates, legal nurse consultants, and paralegals as part of a case team
- Maintain accurate billing in Tabs and calendar case events in Time Matters
- Contribute to the firm’s strong reputation by upholding high ethical and professional standards
Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney Requirements:
- 3–5+ years of litigation experience
- Must be barred in Arizona
- Strong deposition experience, including with expert witnesses
- Experience with full litigation cycle: pleadings, disclosures, discovery, pre-trial, and trial
- Background in medical malpractice defense or personal injury/insurance defense highly preferred
- Must be committed to the med-mal practice area and willing to learn its complexities
- Ability to manage deadlines, multi-task, and handle high-volume caseloads under pressure
- Strong legal writing and analytical skills
- No current caseload preferred, as this role supports an already full docket
Benefits:
- Profit Sharing
- Comprehensive medical benefits
- Dental & vision insurance
- Long-term and short-term disability plans i
- No set vacation policy
- All CLEs, bar dues, and licensing covered
- Significant bonus potential
This is more than a job, it’s a career track to potential partnership at one of Phoenix’s most reputable defense firms. Apply now!
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