Litigation Attorney

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