Attorney

Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney

Opportunity Summary

Mission Recruiting is representing a confidential litigation firm seeking a Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney with 3+ years of civil litigation experience in Long Beach, California.

This primarily in-office opportunity offers $140,000–$160,000 in base compensation, with potential compensation up to $170,000 for exceptional experience, plus quarterly billable-hour bonuses and additional discretionary bonus potential.

The position is designed for a developing litigator who wants meaningful experience with depositions, expert witnesses, discovery, motion practice, court appearances, and trial preparation while working closely with experienced attorneys.

Medical malpractice or insurance defense experience is strongly preferred.

Compensation

• $140,000–$160,000 base salary
• Potential compensation up to $170,000 for exceptional experience
• Quarterly bonus opportunity tied to billable-hour performance
• Additional discretionary bonus potential

Location & Work Arrangement

Long Beach, California

Primarily in-office

The position typically offers one remote workday per week, depending on seniority.

About the Opportunity

Mission Recruiting's client maintains a litigation practice offering attorneys the opportunity to develop substantive defense experience while building toward greater trial responsibility.

Rather than limiting developing attorneys to research and document review, this role provides hands-on exposure to depositions, expert witnesses, discovery, motions, client communication, and court appearances.

Attorneys work collaboratively with experienced litigators while developing the practical skills required to independently manage increasingly sophisticated litigation responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Handle medical malpractice and related defense litigation matters
• Take and defend depositions
• Conduct expert witness depositions
• Manage written discovery
• Draft and respond to discovery requests
• Prepare motions and pleadings
• Draft substantive legal documents
• Conduct legal research and analysis
• Attend hearings and court appearances
• Communicate with clients regarding case strategy and developments
• Assist with trial strategy and preparation
• Manage litigation deadlines and case responsibilities
• Collaborate with attorneys throughout the practice

Recommended Qualifications

• 3+ years of civil litigation experience
• Strong deposition experience
• Strong written discovery skills
• Strong legal research and writing abilities
• Analytical and detail-oriented approach to litigation
• Proactive case-management skills
• Strong professional communication skills
• Genuine interest in developing as a trial attorney

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical malpractice defense experience
• Insurance defense experience
• Professional liability experience
• Expert deposition experience
• Motion practice experience
• Courtroom experience
• Trial preparation experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage
• Employer-paid insurance programs
• Retirement benefits with employer match
• Flexible PTO
• Professional development support
• Employee wellness resources
• Firm-paid professional dues
• Firm-paid MCLE
• Quarterly billable-hour bonus opportunity
• Additional discretionary bonus potential
• Limited remote flexibility based on seniority

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Hands-on medical malpractice defense experience
• $140,000–$160,000 base salary with potential up to $170,000 for exceptional experience
• Quarterly and discretionary bonus opportunities
• Substantive deposition responsibility
• Expert witness deposition experience
• Motion practice and court appearances
• Direct client communication
• Mentorship from experienced litigators
• Opportunity to develop toward greater trial responsibility
• Retirement benefits with employer match
• Flexible PTO
• Professional development support
• Streamlined interview process

About Mission Recruiting

Mission Recruiting is a legal recruiting firm specializing in confidential attorney and legal professional searches throughout the United States. We work closely with candidates to understand their experience, career objectives, and priorities while maintaining discretion throughout the recruiting process.

Apply Today

If you are a civil litigator with 3+ years of experience interested in developing deeper medical malpractice defense experience and building toward a long-term trial practice, Mission Recruiting welcomes a confidential conversation.

Medical malpractice or insurance defense experience is strongly preferred.

The interview process is streamlined and typically consists of one in-person interview.

Apply through Mission Recruiting for confidential consideration.

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