Healthcare Litigation Associate

Who we are?

Burns White?s Healthcare Litigation Department is a growing and dynamic practice focused on the representation of long-term healthcare providers, and the defense of medical malpractice and professional liability claims. Our reputation is unmatched. We are hard working with a strong sense of teamwork and camaraderie. It's true that our work can be demanding at times ? but it is rewarding and challenging. Mentoring is important to us, and there is tremendous opportunity for team members at all levels to do substantive work. We are committed to diversity and are honored to have achieved the Mansfield Rule Certification. We are a well-established and high-functioning team of attorneys, nurses, paralegals, assistants, and trial technologists. We take client service very seriously, but our environment is casual and flexible. With us, you will work hard, learn, grow, and have fun in the process.

What sets us apart?

We are able to offer unique opportunities to attorneys who are just starting out, at mid-level, or seasoned. Excellent training is provided by experienced senior attorneys and through daily peer interactions. With a growing book of business and heavy trial schedule, attorneys have opportunities to take on a level of responsibility not often available at other firms. There is room for advancement, too, as the team is seeking to identify and develop future leaders.

Job Requirements

• The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of litigation experience and prior experience with medical malpractice defense and/or insurance defense cases is a plus.
• Candidates must be licensed to practice in NJ.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong research and organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to multi-task are prerequisites.
• Candidates must be self-starters with the ability to work individually and in teams.

What we offer?

• Challenging, complex work that will make you a better litigator
• Opportunities to interact with clients and be part of a team that actually goes to trial
• Real prospects to grow, lead, take on responsibility, and advance
• A collegial, collaborative work environment that values teamwork and effort
• Exceptional benefits, competitive salary, and flexibility

Burns White provides a generous, family-focused benefits package including?

• Medical (firm pays 70-90%), dental, and vision with Single to Family coverage levels
• Fully paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
• Medical Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with 3% guaranteed/vested contribution plus additional profit-sharing contribution
• Free confidential counseling and support services for all family members
• Paid parental leave up to 12 weeks full pay based on tenure
• 10 holidays plus 19-24 PTO days based on tenure
• Free or subsidized parking depending on location
• Pet insurance
• Bar membership and CLE expense reimbursement
• Financial education services and Medicare insurance planning

The salary range for attorney positions is $90,000 -180,000 based on position, length and applicability of experience, scope of responsibility, and ability to bring or potential to expand business.

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Burns White completes criminal background screenings for all new hires prior to the start of employment

Submit resume and salary expectations

Email: Jobs@burnswhite.com

Fax: 412-995-3311

Burns White completes criminal background screenings for all new hires prior to the start of employment.

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Practice Areas & Specialty

Defense, Health Care, Insurance, Litigation, Professional Liability