Litigation Attorney Medical Malpractice

About us

Vouté, Lohrfink, McAndrew, Meisner & Roberts, LLP is a small business in New York State. We are customer-centric, professional and social.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern office setting
• Relaxed atmosphere
• Casual work attire

At Vouté, Lohrfink, McAndrew, Meisner & Roberts, LLP we are a group of dedicated trial attorneys with specialized skills and knowledge defending doctors, health care practitioners, and other professionals against medical malpractice and general negligence lawsuits. We are looking for new associates and for experienced senior attorneys to join our team and to grow with our firm.

Those applying as senior attorneys should have strong experience in handling all aspects of medical malpractice and/or professional liability cases from inception through trial.

The ideal new associate will advocate for our clients by covering court appearances, drafting motions, preparing and responding to discovery demands, reviewing and analyzing medical records. The successful associate would eventually progress into taking/defending depositions, reviewing cases with experts, and preparing cases for trial.

Qualifications For Recent Admitted Attorneys

· Admission to the New York Bar. (Pending admission will also be considered)

· 0-15 years experience in civil litigation (personal injury, medical malpractice, professional liability, insurance, etc...) Compensation package commensurate with experience.

· Strong writing ability (motions, briefs, reports, etc...)

· Experience in medical malpractice preferred but not required

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills

· Strong legal knowledge

Qualifications For Experienced Attorneys

• Legal project management experience is required
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience in Medical Malpractice preferred
• 2+ years of defense litigation experience
• JD from an accredited law school
• Must be admitted to practice in NY

Responsibilities

• Regularly handle court appearances, depositions, and consultation with experts
• Work closely with other attorneys, team members, and Partners on legal projects
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports
• Independently manage a caseload involving medical malpractice claims

For more than 50 years, Vouté, Lohrfink, McAndrew, Meisner & Roberts, LLP has built an unsurpassed reputation for aggressive defense of professionals, corporations, municipalities, healthcare organizations, and individuals in State and Federal Courts in the New York metropolitan area. The depth and breadth of our litigation experience inspire the respect of our clients, opposing counsel, and judges alike.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Referral program
• 401(k)
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

COVID-19 considerations:
Employees and visitors are required to wear masks in common areas.

License/Certification:

• Bar (Preferred)

Work Location: In person