Litigation Attorney

Job Title – Litigation Attorney

Location – Orange, CA 92868

Starting Salary – $170,000 – $215,000

JOB #. GUSCAPHY

Job Details:

Responsible for all aspects of case management and presenting cases at trial and arbitration.

An experienced attorney with in-depth knowledge of medicine, law and issues related to medical malpractice litigation with the skill to develop effective case strategy.

Responsibilities:

Work with the trial attorney and actively participates in: Formulating discovery and investigation strategy Obtaining concurrence with Claims Specialist on defense preparation Preparing pleadings Preparing and responding to discovery Attending court appearances Preparing lawsuits for trial/arbitration Preparing motions as requested Share knowledge and information with all attorneys Ensure cost effective work-up and overall defense of assignments Respond to “hotline” inquiries from the Claims Department Assist trial/lead attorneys with preparation of reports to Claims at all stages of litigation to ensure timely reporting and completion of case work-up Comply with the Defense Attorney Guidelines Represent CAP/MPT physicians at deposition in “Depo-only” cases Education and/or Experience:

J.D. Degree 3 years medical malpractice litigation experience License to practice law in California