Description A national law firm with offices in New York, California and New Jersey seeks a medical malpractice and general liability defense associate. Candidate must possess a JD from an accredited law school, and be admitted to practice in New York. Excellent legal writing and communications skills are a must, and candidates with civil litigation experience and legal project management are preferred. Responsibilities include representing clients in a wide range of medical malpractice and general liability insurance defense claims from beginning to end, including case management, legal research and document drafting, court appearances, depositions, client management and communications, and all discovery matters. Experience with all aspects of these essentials is highly preferred. Prior experience in this specific field of law is also highly preferred. This firm has been providing legal services and solutions to corporations, entrepreneurs, growing businesses and successful companies for over 30 years in the practice areas of litigation, corporate law, tax, commercial real estate and land use, intellectual property, life sciences, labor and employment, commercial and real property finance, trusts and estates, not-for-profit law, professional liability defense and healthcare and general liability defense. The firm offers health and dental insurance, a flexible hybrid schedule, 401k benefits, and origination credit where applicable. Requirements • Must hold a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school • Admission to the state bar is required • A minimum of 1 year of experience in the legal field is necessary • Demonstrated experience in Medical Malpractice and Civil Litigation is strongly preferred • Excellent negotiation and communication skills are essential • Proficiency in legal research and drafting legal documents is required • Must demonstrate strong ethical standards and integrity • Should be able to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously • Advanced skills in problem-solving and critical thinking are necessary • Must be able to maintain client confidentiality at all times • Proficiency in using legal software for case management is a plus • Must be committed to continuous learning and professional development. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2024 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .