Attorney - Medical Malpractice

Job DetailsJob Location: Wilmington Office - Wilmington, NC 28403Position Type: Full TimeCranfill Sumner LLP (Wilmington) is seeking an Attorney with a minimum of 4 years of litigation experience to handle healthcare litigation and medical malpractice defense. You will work with experienced attorneys in both liability and medical malpractice working with top tier hospitals, clinics and providers. Candidates should be interested and skilled in working complex areas of law and have excellent written and oral advocacy skills; have proven top-notch client service; plus, enjoy working in a team environment. Self-starters will excel and candidates should be ready to handle an active caseload. Employees enjoy generous benefits and leave policies and a flexible remote work policy.

Requirements

Active North Carolina law license, in good standing

4+ years of litigation experience

Ability to independently manage a diverse caseload

Strong written and oral advocacy skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Commitment to client service and collaborative teamwork

QualificationsKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Propound, respond to and assess written discovery

Conduct and defend depositions, including preparation of clients and expert witnesses, and preparation for examination of adverse expert witnesses

Prepare pleadings, motions and briefs, and legal research for complex matters in state and federal court

Argue motions in state and federal court

Provide excellent client service through written and verbal communication, including summaries, strategies, advocacy, updates, and counsel

Communicate in person and by telephone, email, etc. with opposing counsel to negotiate issues, including settlement and pre-mediation and pre-trial disclosures

Prepare for and attend mediations, negotiate settlement, and review settlement documents

Experience / knowledge of statutory interpretation, HIPAA laws, medical board work, healthcare industry

Trial preparation including strategy; review and analysis of all factual and legal issues relating to compensability, valuation, and constitutional matters; preparation of witnesses, exhibits, motions in limine and supporting briefs; direct and cross examination; jury selection; opening and closing statements; and, arguing/defending motions

Collaboration and Communication appropriate for successful team-oriented work

Efficiency and Organization to manage an active caseload

General Technology Skills, e.g., GenAI; Billing Software; Microsoft Suite; Outlook; Legal Search

Make individual and group presentations and write client-focused updates and blogs