Law and Motion Attorney
Join La Follette, Johnson, DeHaas, Fesler & Ames as a Law and Motion Attorney and make your mark within our premier California-based legal team. Our firm, renowned for its expertise in Medical Malpractice Defense and Business Litigation, is positioned at the forefront of representing clients with excellence and integrity. Your role will be pivotal in driving the success of our legal strategies through meticulous motion practice and legal research.
About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled Law and Motion Attorney specializing in Medical Malpractice and Healthcare Litigation to join our dynamic legal team. This role involves handling strategic, procedural, and technical court work, including drafting and arguing motions, managing complex legal issues, and shaping the outcome of high-stakes medical malpractice cases. The ideal candidate will possess strong litigation skills, a comprehensive understanding of medical and legal principles, and the ability to craft persuasive legal arguments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft and argue a variety of motions including Demurrers / Motions to Dismiss, Motions to Strike, Summary Judgment / Summary Adjudication, Discovery Motions, and Motions in Limine.
- Analyze issues related to standard of care and causation in medical malpractice cases.
- Evaluate and challenge expert declarations, identify deficiencies in opposing expert opinions, and draft strategic legal arguments.
- Navigate complex statutes, including damage caps and procedural rules specific to healthcare litigation.
- Conduct appellate-level research, citing nuanced case law on standard of care, and prepare technically precise, persuasive briefs.
- Collaborate with medical experts and understand medical terminology to support legal strategies.
- Manage the procedural aspects of litigation to ensure cases survive and progress toward trial.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the CA state bar and in good standing.
- Proven experience in medical malpractice and healthcare litigation, with a focus on law and motion practice.
- Strong understanding of medical terminology, causation, and standard of care issues.
- Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
- Ability to analyze complex legal and medical issues and develop effective litigation strategies.
- Experience with expert witness issues, evidentiary objections, and procedural rules in healthcare law.
Preferred Skills:
- Prior experience in appellate litigation.
- Background in complex civil litigation.
- Familiarity with statutes and regulations governing healthcare and medical malpractice.
Why Join Us:
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with a passion for complex litigation and medical law. You will be a key player in high-stakes cases working alongside a team dedicated to excellence and justice.
Pay: $125,000 - $150,000
- Paid Personal Hours (additional 15 hours)
- Uncapped Bonus Earning Potential
- MCLEs and Paid Bar Dues
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Ready to take the next step in your legal career? If you are passionate about motion practice and eager to thrive in a dynamic law firm environment, we invite you to apply today and become a vital member of our esteemed legal team at La Follette, Johnson, DeHaas, Fesler & Ames. For immediate consideration, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant writing samples to GShaw@ljdfa.com