Medical Malpractice Attorney
DiCello Levitt, a nationally prominent, Chambers and Benchmark-rated law firm with offices nationwide, is seeking an experience Medical Malpractice Attorney for our Mass Tort group in Birmingham, Alabama. Join a firm that is shaping front-page headlines pursuing justice every day, whether litigating some of the most significant civil and human rights cases of our time or ensuring that companies take responsibility for their actions and remediate the harm they have caused.
Firm Description
DiCello Levitt is a leading national plaintiffs’ law firm representing clients in class action, business-to-business, public client, whistleblower, personal injury, civil rights, and mass tort litigation. The firm has delivered $20B+ in awards and settlements to our clients and has been recognized for our excellence in litigation by Chambers USA, Law360, Benchmark Litigation, Lawdragon, and The National Law Journal.
Role and Responsibilities
This listing is for a full-time role in the firm’s Personal Injury (PI) Practice Group, focusing on medical malpractice cases. Attorneys in the PI Practice Group advocate for individuals harmed by powerful entities. With a track record of substantial settlements and verdicts, the PI team handles cases ranging from medical malpractice to automotive defects.
The Medical Malpractice Attorney will be responsible for advising and representing our clients in court, conducting research and analysis of legal problems, interpreting laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses, and prosecuting medical malpractice claims.
Responsibilities will include:
- Analyze and evaluate medical records, reports, and testimonies to understand the case thoroughly.
- Consult and interact with medical experts to ascertain the standard of care and breach, if any.
- Investigate and gather evidence to support the client’s claim.
- Conduct interviews with the involved parties.
- Prepare and file legal documents, such as lawsuits, appeals, wills, contracts, and deeds.
- Represent clients in court and present their case.
- Negotiate settlements on behalf of the client.
- Stay updated on the latest medical developments and legal precedents related to medical malpractice.
- Guide clients through the legal process and keep them informed about their case.
- Follow strict standards of legal ethics when dealing with clients.
- Work closely with a team of lawyers and collaborate with paralegals and legal assistants.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
The successful candidate should have the following qualifications:
- Understanding of medical terminologies and procedures.
- Strong research skills, with the ability to analyze and synthesize complex legal and factual information.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to multitask on a variety of high-level assignments while continuously producing thoughtful, intelligent, quality work products.
- Eager to take the initiative and drive cases forward.
- Outstanding negotiation skills.
Education and Experience
- Five plus years of medical malpractice litigation experience with a minimum of five cases litigated.
- Nursing home malpractice claims experience desired.
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Current admittance to the Alabama bar is required.
What DiCello Levitt Offers
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, effective day one: medical, dental, vision
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with 3% employer contribution
- Additional Insurance Plans:
- Accident Critical Illness
- Hospital Indemnity
- Short-Term Disability
- Pet Insurance
- Time Off:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 9 Paid Holidays
How To Apply
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to careers@dicellolevitt.com with the subject line “Medical Malpractice Attorney: [First Name] [Last Name].”
DiCello Levitt LLP is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination. The Firm prohibits unlawful discrimination in any term or condition of employment against any employee or applicant for employment because of the individual’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, membership or service in the armed forces, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For more information, visit our website: www.dicellolevitt.com.