Associate Attorney

The West Palm, Florida office of Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is growing and is seeking an experienced Medical Malpractice Attorney. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team, work alongside experienced litigators, contribute to case strategy and development, and build strong relationships with firm clients.
Responsibilities:

Handle all aspects of medical malpractice/long term care defense cases
Locate and identify medical experts in various specialties to review and opine on matters
Attend court hearings, conduct depositions, facilitate trial preparation, and provide superior client representation
Consult and counsel with clients, effectively communicating on cases, providing consistent updates and comprehensive legal advice
Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, prepare legal documents, and prepare and respond to discovery

Qualifications:

Minimum of 1-3 years' experience in civil defense litigation, specifically focused on medical malpractice and/or long-term care, preferably with administrative law experience
Juris Doctor degree and active membership in good standing in the Florida Bar
Proficiency in drafting and filing Motions and legal documentation
Experience in Court legal procedures and participating in hearings
Ability to conduct depositions, prepare witnesses or examining parties for testimony, and conduct pre-suit investigation interviews with medical staff, employees, etc.
Strong legal research, legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
Ability to develop and execute defense litigation strategies, exercise sound judgment, and effectively manage case responsibilities

Benefits
HBS offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage along with retirement savings plans and disability insurance options. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program to aid with work-life balance and related concerns as well as flexible time off plans encompassing Paid Time Off (PTO), paid parental leave, paid holidays, and multiple other options to help work with employee schedules as needed.
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