Associate

Healthcare & Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney — Costa Mesa

  • LocationCosta Mesa, California
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience1–7 PQE
  • Compensation$135k–$180k
  • PracticeHealthcare, Litigation, Insurance

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Join a sizable healthcare litigation team in Costa Mesa representing a broad range of healthcare providers in state and federal courts and administrative proceedings. The role focuses on defending medical malpractice and professional liability matters across many specialties.

Responsibilities include drafting and responding to pleadings and discovery, preparing and arguing motions, and taking and defending depositions. The position suits a self-starting associate who can manage multiple matters, work collaboratively, and contribute to a high-volume healthcare practice.

  • Admitted to practice in California
  • 1–7 years' litigation experience; medical malpractice or healthcare defense experience preferred
  • Comfort drafting/responding to discovery and pleadings, preparing motions, and taking/defending depositions
  • Strong legal writing, analytical skills, and ability to manage competing deadlines
  • Works well independently and as part of a litigation team

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